How good is your German , really?
Our free German level test is a quick online German proficiency test that checks your grammar, vocabulary and reading across 50 questions and gives you an instant CEFR result, from A1 to C2.
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The Common European Framework of Reference (CEFR) describes German ability in six levels, used across Europe. Your test result matches one of them.
| Level | Band | What you can do in German |
|---|---|---|
| A1 | Basic user | Use simple everyday phrases and answer basic questions. |
| A2 | Basic user | Handle short, routine conversations on familiar topics. |
| B1 | Independent user | Manage most travel situations and explain your opinions. |
| B2 | Independent user | Understand complex texts and talk fluently with native speakers. |
| C1 | Proficient user | Use English flexibly for study, work and social life. |
| C2 | Proficient user | Understand almost everything and express yourself precisely. |
The CEFR sorts German into six levels across three bands: A1 and A2 (basic user), B1 and B2 (independent user), and C1 and C2 (proficient user). A1 means you can use simple everyday phrases, while C2 means you can understand almost everything you read or hear and express yourself with precision.
The Goethe-Zertifikat exams from the Goethe-Institut each match a single CEFR level, from A1 to C2. TestDaF is aimed at university entry and covers roughly B2 to C1. So a B2 result here points you towards the Goethe-Zertifikat B2
The fastest way to improve is to use German every day in real situations. A course abroad combines daily lessons with constant practice, which moves you up the CEFR scale faster than studying at home. SPRACHCAFFE runs German courses in Frankfurt for every level. For current options, visit our German programme pages.
