Speaking Score Descriptors

Score Fluency Comprehension Pronunciation Vocabulary Grammar

Smooth and effortless flow, High level of understanding Clear and precise Wide range of advanced words, Sophisticated usage. No errors.
5 with a natural pace and and use of language. enunciation. idioms, and expressions.
tone.

Generally smooth and fluent, Generally good understanding Generally clear and Good range of words and Mostly accurate usage. Occasional
4 with occasional hesitations and use of language. understandable enunciation. phrases. errors that do not hinder
or pauses. comprehension.

Generally fluent, but with Adequate understanding and Understandable, but with Adequate range of common Some errors that can occasionally
3 noticeable hesitations and use of language, but could be some errors in enunciation. words and phrases. interfere with comprehension.
pauses. improved.

2 Some attempts at fluency, Limited understanding and use Some mispronunciations or Frequent errors that can impede
but with frequent of language. unclear articulation. Limited and repetitive comprehension.
hesitations, pauses, and lack vocabulary.
of cohesion.

No fluency or coherence, Very low level of Unintelligible due to constant Very basic vocabulary. Constant errors. Communication is
1 with significant pauses and understanding and use of mispronunciations. largely unsuccessful.
lack of organization. language.
 Writing Score Descriptors
Score Coherence Word Grammar/Spelling Sentence Structure Punctuation
Choice/Vocabulary

The writing is clear, concise, Excellent use of varied and Flawless grammar and Sentences are complex, but Perfect punctuation enhances the
5 and logically structured. The advanced vocabulary. Words spelling. maintain clarity and readability. flow and structure.
flow is smooth and purposeful, are selected for precise
effectively conveying the meaning, enhancing the
intended message. depth and quality of the
content.

The writing is mostly clear and Good use of varied Minor grammar or spelling Sentences are mostly well- Minor punctuation errors.
4 logically structured. Occasional vocabulary, though some errors that do not structured.
lapses in the flow or structure words may not contribute to significantly impede
do not significantly impact the depth or precision. understanding.
overall message.

The writing is generally Basic and repeated
3 coherent but may lack clarity or vocabulary is used. Some
logical structure in parts. Some attempts at variety, but word
thoughts may seem choice may not always be
disconnected. precise or contribute to the
content's depth.
Several grammar or spelling Sentence structure may lack Punctuation may be inconsistent.
errors are present. These complexity.
occasionally impact
understanding.

2 The writing lacks clear Limited vocabulary with Numerous grammar or Sentences may be overly simple Punctuation errors are frequent.
organization and logical repetitive or inappropriate spelling errors that can or overly complex, affecting
structure. Thoughts appear word choice. confuse the reader. readability.
disjointed and difficult to
follow.

The writing lacks coherence Very limited vocabulary. Constant grammar and Sentence structure is poorly Punctuation is misused or
1 and logical structure, making it Word choice often hinders spelling errors that constructed, leading to ignored, leading to further
difficult to discern a clear understanding. significantly impede confusion. confusion.
message. comprehension.