French writing practice: a prompt at your level, feedback on the CEFR scale

How can I practice writing in French on my own?

In short: Choose a target level, take a CEFRHub prompt or write on a topic of your choice, then submit your text. The analysis places it on the CEFR scale and tells you what to work on for your next text.

1. 1Choose writing and “French” as the assessed language, then a target level, from A1 to C2, or “I don't know” (level B1): the tool offers a CEFRHub prompt at that level, and “Another prompt” gives you a new one. You can also choose free production and write on a topic of your choice.
2. 2Type your text, or upload a file or a photo of handwritten work. The prompt stays on screen with the expected length.
3. 3Read the analysis, which arrives in under 3 minutes: your level and sub-level on the CEFR scale, the descriptors that apply to your production, your strengths and what to work on next.

CEFRHub is an educational assessment aligned with the CEFR: it is neither an official exam nor a certification. It assesses written production; it does not measure reading comprehension.

What can I write about? One prompt per level

In short: The CEFRHub bank has two writing prompts per level, from A1 to C2, each with an expected length; from B2, some come with short fictional documents to build on. Here is one per level.

One prompt per level, as the tool shows it. The prompts are in French; the analysis takes the prompt into account.

In the tool, the level you choose sets the prompt; “I don't know” offers a B1 prompt. Free production remains the default: the prompt is optional.

What feedback do I get on my text?

In short: Your level and sub-level, the CEFR descriptors that apply to your production, your strengths and what is left to work on.

• The detected level places your production on the CEFR scale, from A1 to C2.
• The report is based on the descriptors of the CEFR and its Companion Volume, which it quotes.
• It analyzes three competences (linguistic, sociolinguistic, pragmatic), with examples taken from your production.
• It then gives your strengths, points to improve and recommendations.

The sub-level places your production within the level: .1, the level is reached; .2, it is consolidated and features of the next level are starting to appear, what the CEFR calls a “plus” level (A2+, B1+, B2+). A2, B1 and B2 have two sub-levels; A1, C1 and C2 have none.

The free account gets a basic report (about 500 words) and a 2-page PDF summary; the full report in the sample corresponds to the paid plans.

How long should my text be at my level?

In short: From 25 to 40 words at A1 to 240 to 320 words at C2. A text under 20 words is not assessed.

A text under 20 words is not assessed.

With the free account, an uploaded file or photo can be up to 5 MB.

Writing practice or level test: what's the difference?

In short: It is the same assessment. To find out your level, start with the level test; to practice, pick a prompt at the level you are aiming for and work on the points the analysis gives you.

The level test and writing practice use the same assessment. The level test page explains how CEFRHub places a production on the CEFR scale, and how this differs from a quiz or an official exam. This page is about practicing: choosing a prompt, writing the expected length and working on the feedback.

Is French writing practice free?

In short: One written assessment is free every 30 days, with no credit card. For more, each assessment uses one credit, from CA$5, or is included in a subscription.

Free to start, no credit card: one written assessment every 30 days and one spoken assessment offered once. After that, credits with no subscription from CA$5 (1 credit = 1 assessment), or a subscription: Professional at CA$49/month (50 assessments), Power at CA$89/month (200 assessments), Expert at CA$179/month (unlimited assessments, under a fair-use policy: 50 analyses per day). 7-day money-back guarantee on the first subscription (full refund if 5 assessments or fewer); cancel anytime, with no cancellation fees. Plus applicable taxes.

When is the feedback less reliable?

In short: When the text is short or far from the task, or close to the boundary between two levels. Aim for at least the expected length for your level.

• The result is an educational diagnosis. A short text, or one far from the task, gives fewer clues: the result is less certain.
• The shorter your text, the less reliable the result. Aim for at least the expected length for your level (table above): from 25 to 40 words at A1 up to 240 to 320 words at C2.
• Near the boundary between two levels (e.g. B1/B2), the AI may under- or over-estimate the level.
• Submit your own work: a copied text does not show your level.
• CEFRHub assesses written production; it does not measure reading comprehension.