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German levels explained: A1, A2, B1 and beyond
What do A1, A2, B1, B2, C1 and C2 actually mean? A plain-English guide to the CEFR German levels and what you can do at each one.
German courses and exams use the CEFR scale: A1 to C2. Here's what each level really means in everyday terms.
Beginner (A1–A2)
- A1: introduce yourself, ask simple questions, basic phrases.
- A2: handle everyday situations — shopping, directions, small talk.
Independent (B1–B2)
- B1: manage most travel and daily life; hold a real conversation.
- B2: discuss many topics fluently and understand the news.
Advanced (C1–C2)
- C1: use German flexibly for work and study.
- C2: near-native command of the language.
Ich bin auf Niveau A2I'm at level A2
For most learners, B1 is where German becomes genuinely useful — and B2 is where you become truly independent. Wortnaut takes you from A1 to B2, step by step.
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