Goethe B2 May 2026

And remember: the exam is a snapshot of your German on one day. It doesn’t define your entire journey. Even if you fail, you learn exactly what to improve for next time. Have you taken the Goethe B2? What was your biggest struggle? Let me know in the comments.

Start today. Pick one resource from the list above. Write one practice email. Listen to one news report. Small steps compound into fluency. goethe b2

| Module | Duration | What You Do | What’s Tested | |--------|----------|-------------|----------------| | | 65 min | 5 tasks: matching headings to paragraphs, multiple choice, true/false, text gaps, and opinion matching. | Can you understand newspaper articles, blog comments, and formal letters? Can you pick out key details and the writer’s attitude? | | Hören (Listening) | 40 min | 4 tasks: announcements, interviews, discussions, and short reports. You hear each text once (some twice for specific tasks). | Can you follow a fast, natural conversation between native speakers? Can you extract specific info and overall meaning? | | Schreiben (Writing) | 75 min | 2 tasks: 1) a formal email/letter expressing your opinion on a given statement (about 180 words). 2) a comment or forum post reacting to others’ opinions. | Can you argue logically, use formal grammar (e.g., Konjunktiv I for indirect speech), and organize paragraphs? | | Sprechen (Speaking) | 15 min (prep time) + 15 min exam | 2 tasks: 1) a short presentation on a topic (e.g., “How to reduce stress in daily life”). 2) a discussion with your partner about a problem/solution scenario. | Fluency, pronunciation, ability to give a structured monologue, and interact spontaneously. | 3. How is it Scored? Each module is scored out of 100 points (so 400 total). To pass the entire exam , you need at least 60 points (60%) in each module. And remember: the exam is a snapshot of