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Practise German for free

At the Goethe-Institut, you learn German from the pros. We have developed a range of free media to help you practise your German – from apps with learning material to videos, podcasts and games, as well as social media and community programmes. However well you speak German and whatever your reasons for improving it, the main thing is that you start practising – and enjoy it!

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Our offers

Level Assessment Test

Would you like to know how good your German is? Try our free online test.

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Trial Course

In this course we offer you an insight into the basics of the German language and culture, from pronunciation to grammar.

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YOUR EXERCISES BY SUBJECT

Children & Teenagers

Would you like to be able to post comments in German on TikTok and Instagram? Do you enjoy playing exciting online games? Or watching films in German? Then practicing with the Goethe-Institut is for you! We have developed apps and games, made videos and chosen more than 100 films for you. We also show you fascinating experiments in our digital children's and junior university.

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Everyday Life

Are you planning to spend a significant amount of time in Germany – perhaps even move there to live or work? Our wide range of free exercises, apps and films help you improve your German at all levels – from A1 to C2 to prepare you for everyday life in Germany. From finding an apartment to shopping for food, you will gain valuable communication skills from members of our learning community who have already made the move. 

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Work & Career

Are you planning to live and work in Germany? You can find free exercises here to improve your German for work – from levels A1 to C2. These exercises will also help you find out what it is like to actually work in Germany for a German employer. What should you watch out for in an interview? How many hours a week do people work on average? You’ll find the answers to these, and more workplace-focused questions, in videos from people already at work in Germany. 

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Learning & Education

Do you want to learn German for free and practise for the next quiz show at the same time? Then you’ve come to the right place! We’ve prepared general knowledge questions about Germany and the world that are suitable for all levels. Which region of the world has the most penguins? What job did German inventor Carl Benz have in his summer holidays? Test your knowledge and impress your friends with what you know!

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Deutsch für dich

Learning is better together: In our online community, you will find more than 260 German exercises for all levels, free of charge – as well as other people to practise with. Meet new people, compare notes and improve your language skills together.

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Your Exercises by Level

Basic

Are you just starting a German class or interested in taking one? You’ll find exercises here that suit your level from A1 to A2. For example, you will learn simple sentences to say what your name is, order food or ask someone for directions. These exercises are easy and free of charge. And, at the same time, you’ll learn about living (and working) in Germany.

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Independent

Are you already a bit more advanced in German and do you want to improve? Then we have some good exercises to help you learn more. In levels B1 to B2, you will practice how to talk about more complex subjects and communicate more elaborately. We have prepared lots of online exercises for you that are free of charge, from quizzes and videos to apps and games – take a look and push your German to the next level!

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Competent

Do you already speak very good German but would like to deepen your knowledge? Here you'll find online exercises that suit your ability. In levels C1 to C2, you will learn to talk about topics like the environment and the climate, or understand political and economic news almost like a native speaker! The exercises are free of charge. Not only will you learn new words, but make new friends in our "German for you" community and speak German fluently.

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Test your German

How well can you speak German? Are you still a beginner  or further along at level B1, B2 or perhaps as advanced asC1? Find out in this online German test! The questions are based on everyday life and the aim is to find out how well you understand texts or videos. You will discover what general level your passive skills are at, from A1 to C2, and which exercises are the right ones for you. This assessment is free of charge! 

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Our recommendations

YouTube

Start German: the German alphabet

Get to know the German alphabet! What letters and sounds are there in German? Sanna and Rico will guide you through the ABC. Listen and spell yourself. Suitable for level A1.

Start German: the German alphabet

YouTube

Start German: introducing oneself

Where do you live? What hobbies do you have? Introduce yourself in German and practice the W-questions. Sanna and Rico explain the basics in our video. Suitable for level A1.

Start German: introducing oneself

Practising German With Podcasts

Do you listen to podcasts and want to learn German free of charge? Then you have come to the right place! Our podcasts, from all over the world, cover a wide range of topics and language levels. Whether you are just starting out at level A1 or can already speak more fluently at level B2 or C1 – give us a listen!

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