📝A reflection from Mr. Ramedani’s class:

Recently in class, we found ourselves deep in a discussion about proficiency levels in English, and more specifically, about the monumental leap from C1 to C2. What began as a technical comparison gradually turned into a much more personal and philosophical reflection on language learning itself.

One thing became very clear:

The gap between C1 and C2 isn’t just a step, it’s more like a vast, open ocean.

While B2 to C1 often feels like a clear and structured progression, the journey from C1 to C2 is fundamentally different. It’s no longer about learning new rules or vocabulary, it becomes a question of nuance, depth, near-native control of tone, rhythm, and register. And often, it’s a path with no obvious endpoint.

Before you even attempt to move toward C2, you’re faced with a critical question:

Why? What’s the purpose of going beyond C1?

Because unless your personal or professional goals involve activities like writing novels, publishing academic research, editing high-level content, or working in diplomacy or advanced journalism, the investment of time and energy required for C2 may not actually serve your needs.

This isn’t about limiting ambition. It’s about being intentional.

In fact, a well-rounded C1 speaker already has the tools to teach, to work, to live, to travel, and to communicate confidently and naturally in most environments, both formal and informal. There’s an entire world of complexity and richness within the C1 level itself. And yet, many learners feel pressured to aim for C2 without really considering what they’ll do with it once they get there.

If your answer to “Why C2?” isn’t clear, perhaps a better question is:

“What would truly expand my world right now?” Maybe it’s starting a new language. Maybe it’s focusing on fluency, pronunciation, or professional writing. Or maybe it’s about using English more meaningfully in real-life contexts rather than chasing a label on a certificate.