Free Interactive Test
What\u2019s Your German Level?
Take this free CEFR test to find out your German level \u2014 from A1 (beginner) to C1\u2013C2 (advanced) \u2014 in about five minutes. You will get a personalised plan for exactly what to learn next. No sign-up needed.
What your German level means
The CEFR (Common European Framework of Reference) sorts language ability into six levels. Here is roughly what each one looks like in German:
- A1 \u2013 Beginner: introduce yourself, order food, ask simple questions.
- A2 \u2013 Elementary: handle everyday errands and short conversations.
- B1 \u2013 Intermediate: hold real conversations and cope with daily life \u2014 the citizenship-test level.
- B2 \u2013 Upper-intermediate: work or study in German and follow films and news.
- C1 \u2013 Advanced: near-native comfort for professional and academic life.
- C2 \u2013 Mastery: effortless, precise command close to a native speaker.
New to German or want to go further? Start with our Start Here guide, or see how long it really takes to learn German.