Reach B2 Fluency in a New Language

Survive a 5-minute conversation at A1

4–8 weeks from zero (30–45 min/day)

Handle familiar topics at A2

8–16 weeks from M1 depending on study intensity and language distance from English

Express opinions and handle travel at B1

16–26 weeks from M2 — this is the intermediate plateau; most people quit here; plan for it

Consume authentic content without assistance

Attempt this from B1 level — do not wait for perfect comprehension before trying; the discomfort of not understanding is the input

Hold a complex 30-minute conversation at B2

26–52 weeks from start depending on language and study intensity — do not rush this milestone; premature B2 claims damage your outcome's credibility

Pass a formal B2 language exam

Variable — most people need 4–8 weeks of focused exam preparation after reaching genuine B2 conversational level; the exam tests specific skills, especially writing format