Normally the process of learning a foreign language always has as its main focus the communication, either for an informal context such as travel, or for formal contexts such as work and study. Regardless of location, the goal of learning a language is always focused on understanding and being understood.
So what's the difference between liquidity and proficiency?
To have liquidity means to use all four skills (reading comprehension, written expression, listening comprehension, oral expression) naturally in a foreign language. Fluency helps us in our communication and it is not necessary to have a diploma for you to speak and understand what they are saying to you.
But, in order to have a diploma of proficiency in a foreign language, you need to train the structure of the language according to what is requested in the test, because you are going to use all four skills in a specific and limited time, in tasks with a specific objective, with a specific evaluation system that you must know beforehand, just as you should already know expressions and topics according to the level of the exam you are taking.
💡 That's why it's important to know that you don't need to have a diploma to be fluent, but, on the contrary, you are not going to get the diploma because you are fluent.To obtain the Diploma of Spanish as a Foreign Language, the focus is placed on the structure and time of the test, and that is why there is a need for specific preparation for the exam.
The DELE preparatory process is essential for:
- know how many tasks and how to do each of them;
- you practice the tasks according to the requested time;
- learn and practice what the test examiners are asking for;
- train written and oral productions with peace of mind and organization.
Keep in mind that the DELE is documentation that will prove your level in Spanish and that you will be able to present this official certificate in your professional and academic career.
The Diploma of Spanish as a Foreign Language is an expensive test, it is basically an investment of money, time and effort, Get ready to do it only once.
Mariama Alves — teacher and master's degree in language studies.
