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JLPT: what each level actually measures

A practical overview of the five JLPT levels and how our classes support your learning path.

The Japanese-Language Proficiency Test is divided into five levels, from N5 for beginners to N1 for advanced learners. Each level measures vocabulary, grammar, reading and listening in increasingly complex contexts.

More practical notes from the NBS teaching team will be added here as the resources library grows.