Goethe A2 Sprechen is a 15-minute, paired speaking exam worth 25 of the 100 total marks, and it is assessed live by two examiners. You sit it alongside another candidate and complete three tasks: asking and answering personal questions using word cards, talking about yourself and your daily life, and planning something together with your partner.
At A2 level, examiners are checking whether you can communicate simple, familiar information with reasonable accuracy, not whether you can speak at length. This guide walks through all three tasks with model language and a preparation strategy so you know exactly what to practise before exam day.
Goethe A2 Sprechen – Module Overview
| Feature | Details |
| Duration | Approximately 15 minutes (both candidates) |
| Number of tasks | 3 |
| Format | Pair exam — you and one other candidate; 2 examiners (one interacts, one assesses) |
| Pass mark | 60% (15 out of 25); overall exam pass is 60 out of 100 |
| Assessment criteria | Task completion, vocabulary, grammar accuracy, fluency, and interaction |
Task 1 – Self-Introduction and Partner Questions (4–5 Minutes)
Each candidate gives a brief introduction and asks their partner a question. At A2, the introduction is slightly longer than A1 — you should speak for about 2 minutes and cover 5–6 topics. After your introduction, you ask your partner one question about their introduction and answer one question from your partner.
| Topic | A2 Model Answer |
| Name and origin | Ich heiße Rahul Mehta und komme aus Indien, aus der Stadt Pune. |
| Current location and living situation | Seit sechs Monaten wohne ich in Berlin. Ich wohne in einer kleinen Wohnung in Mitte. |
| Occupation | Ich arbeite als Softwareentwickler bei einer deutschen Firma. / Ich studiere Maschinenbau an der TU Berlin. |
| Daily routine | Ich stehe um halb sieben auf. Zuerst fruhstucke ich, dann fahre ich mit der U-Bahn zur Arbeit. |
| Hobbies and free time | In meiner Freizeit koche ich gern indisches Essen und gehe manchmal ins Kino. |
| Why you are learning German | Ich lerne Deutsch, weil ich langfristig in Deutschland bleiben mochte. Deutsch ist sehr wichtig fur meinen Beruf hier. |
Task 2 – Information Exchange on Everyday Topics (5–6 Minutes)
You receive a card with 4–5 topics or pictures. For each topic, you ask your partner a question and answer your partner’s question. Topics at A2 are slightly more varied than A1 and may include: shopping, transport, accommodation, food habits, leisure activities, technology, or health.
| Topic | Question to Ask | Answer Model |
| Shopping | Wo kaufst du am liebsten ein? / Gehst du lieber online oder im Geschaft einkaufen? | Ich kaufe meistens online ein, weil es bequemer ist. Aber fur Lebensmittel gehe ich in den Supermarkt. |
| Transport | Wie fahrst du zur Arbeit / zur Universitat? | Ich fahre mit der U-Bahn — das dauert ungefahr 20 Minuten. / Ich fahre mit dem Fahrrad, wenn das Wetter gut ist. |
| Free time / weekend | Was machst du normalerweise am Wochenende? | Am Samstag schlafe ich langer und treffe Freunde. Sonntags koche ich gern oder mache einen Spaziergang. |
| Health | Treibst du Sport? / Wie bleibst du fit? | Ja, ich gehe zweimal pro Woche ins Fitnessstudio. / Ich mache morgens Yoga. |
| Technology | Nutzt du dein Smartphone viel? Wofur? | Ja, sehr viel — zum Nachrichten lesen, fur WhatsApp und fur Musik. Ich kann mir ein Leben ohne Smartphone kaum vorstellen. |
Task 3 – Joint Planning Task (4–5 Minutes)
You and your partner are given a scenario and must plan something together: organising a birthday party, deciding on a weekend trip, planning a shared meal, or arranging a surprise for a friend. Each of you has a card with different ideas or conditions, and you must negotiate and reach a joint decision. This task tests interactive language and the ability to make suggestions, agree, and compromise.
| Communication Function | A2 German Phrases |
| Making a suggestion | Wie ware es, wenn wir…? / Wir konnten… / Was haltst du davon, wenn…? |
| Agreeing | Ja, das ist eine gute Idee. / Das klingt gut. / Einverstanden. / Okay, machen wir das. |
| Disagreeing politely | Hmm, ich bin nicht sicher… / Das ist vielleicht etwas teuer. / Ich wurde lieber… |
| Asking for an opinion | Was denkst du? / Wie findest du das? / Hast du eine andere Idee? |
| Reaching a decision | Also, wir machen… / Gut, dann… / Wir sind uns einig: wir… |
Goethe A2 speaking is predictable — all three tasks draw on the same core vocabulary and functions every time. Prepare by practising each task type repeatedly: give your self-introduction out loud until you can do it fluently in under 2 minutes; practise the question-and-answer exchange on each of the 5 topic areas; role-play joint planning scenarios with a study partner or in front of a mirror. languagetest.in provides Goethe A2 speaking mock task cards for all three task types to support structured oral practice and build exam confidence.
References: Goethe-Institut A2 speaking guide: goethe.de/en/spr/kup/prf/a2.html | languagetest.in Goethe A2 speaking preparation
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Frequently asked questions
How long is the Goethe A2 Sprechen exam?
The speaking module takes approximately 15 minutes in total, shared between two candidates, and covers three tasks: asking and answering personal questions with word cards, talking about yourself, and planning something together.
What happens if my partner in the paired Sprechen exam is much weaker than me?
You are each scored individually on your own performance, not against your partner, so a weaker partner does not lower your marks. Focus on completing your own tasks clearly and helping the interaction move forward naturally.
What is the pass mark for Goethe A2 Sprechen?
You need 15 out of 25 in the speaking module, which is 60%, matching the 60-out-of-100 pass threshold required for the overall Goethe A2 exam to be considered a pass.
Can I prepare for Goethe A2 Sprechen without a speaking partner?
Yes, you can practise the question and self-presentation tasks alone by recording yourself, though the joint planning task benefits from rehearsing negotiation phrases with a study partner or tutor.
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