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German A2

A2 in weiß auf violettem Hintergrund

The Goethe-Institut offers German courses at level A2, as well as the Goethe-Zertifikat A2 examination.
Level A2 is the second of six levels on the competence scale of the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR). Level A2 is concerned with elementary language use.

  • Listening

    I can understand phrases and the highest frequency vocabulary related to areas of most immediate personal relevance (e.g. very basic personal and family information, shopping, local area, employment). I can catch the main point in short, clear, simple messages and announcements.

    Listening

  • Reading

    I can read very short, simple texts. I can find specific, predictable information in simple everyday material such as advertisements, prospectuses, menus and timetables and I can understand short simple personal letters.

    Reading

  • Writing

    I can write short, simple notes and messages relating to matters in areas of immediate needs. I can write a very simple personal letter, for example thanking someone for something.

    Writing

  • Speaking

    Spoken Interaction:
    I can communicate in simple and routine tasks requiring a simple and direct exchange of information on familiar topics and activities. I can handle very short social exchanges, even though I can't usually understand enough to keep the conversation going myself.

    Spoken Production:
    I can use a series of phrases and sentences to describe in simple terms my family and other people, living conditions, my educational background and my present or most recent job.

    Speaking

  • Source:
    Common European Framework of Reference for Languages, Table 2 – Common Reference Levels: self-assessment grid (extract for level A2)

Courses and examinations at the Goethe-Institut

German language courses and examinations at the Goethe-Institut are based on the CEFR and can be taken at the various different levels.

  • German courses

    Learn German at the Goethe-Institut – the expert for German as a foreign language with over 70 years of experience. The programme includes face-to-face and online courses in both intensive and part-time formats.

  • German examinations

    Do you need recognised proof of your German language skills? The Goethe-Institut examinations are internationally recognised, and are accepted by companies and educational institutions as proof of qualification.

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