What DELE B2 Writing Task 2 Requires
The second writing task in the DELE B2 exam is a longer piece of around 250 words. Common formats include an opinion essay (redacción de opinión), a report (informe), a formal letter, or an article. The opinion essay is one of the most frequently tested formats and requires you to present your viewpoint on a social, cultural, or current affairs topic with clear arguments and supporting evidence.
Structure of a DELE B2 Opinion Essay
A well-structured DELE B2 opinion essay follows this format. Introduction (30–40 words): introduce the topic and state your position clearly. Body paragraph 1 (60–70 words): your first argument, supported by an example or explanation. Body paragraph 2 (60–70 words): your second argument or a counterargument acknowledged and refuted. Conclusion (30–40 words): restate your position and make a final recommendation or prediction. Total: approximately 250 words.
Stating Your Opinion Formally
Avoid informal phrases like yo creo que or en mi opinión at the very beginning of an essay — they signal low register. Instead, open with: Es indudable que…, Resulta evidente que…, No cabe duda de que… Then introduce your personal position with: Desde mi punto de vista, …; A mi juicio, …; Personalmente, considero que…
Developing Arguments With Evidence
Each argument must be supported. Use concrete examples: por ejemplo, estudios recientes demuestran que…; según los datos del Instituto Nacional de Estadística…; tal como ocurrió con… You can also use hypothetical reasoning: si no se tomaran medidas, el problema se agravaría. Avoid vague statements without support, which examiners mark down as insufficient development.
Handling the Counterargument
Including and refuting a counterargument raises your essay to the top DELE B2 band. Introduce the opposing view with: Si bien es cierto que…, También hay quienes argumentan que…, Aunque algunos sostienen que… Then refute it: sin embargo, esta afirmación ignora el hecho de que…; no obstante, los datos muestran que… This demonstrates balanced reasoning and sophisticated discourse.
Conclusion Techniques
Conclude with a synthesis, not a repetition. Use: En definitiva, …; Para concluir, …; En suma, … Offer a recommendation: Sería conveniente que las autoridades…; Se debería considerar…; Es fundamental que la sociedad… Avoid introducing a new argument in the conclusion — this is a common error that disrupts the essay’s structural coherence.
Language Accuracy and Range
DELE B2 examiners assess grammatical range and accuracy. Use the subjunctive, compound tenses, passive constructions, and a variety of sentence lengths. Avoid repeating the same vocabulary — use synonyms and reformulations. Review your essay for agreement errors (gender, number), verb tense consistency, and connector variety before time runs out.
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