Goethe German A2 Hören (Listening) Practice

Choose a Teil to start practicing hören (listening) for your Goethe German A2 exam.

About Hören (Listening) section

The Goethe A2 Listening module takes 30 minutes and tests your ability to understand spoken German in everyday situations. You will hear various audio texts and complete four different tasks.

Total duration : ⏱️ 25 mins total

📻 Teil 1: Radio, Answering Machine & Announcements

• Listen to information on the radio, answering machines, or public announcements

• Understand key details from everyday audio messages

• Number of Questions in this section: 5

🎯 Multiple Choice (3 options)

🗣️ Teil 2: Understanding Conversations

• Listen to a coherent conversation or dialogue

• Match statements or pictures to what you hear

• Number of Questions in this section: 5

🔗 Matching (Picture/Text)

💬 Teil 3: Individual Conversations

• Listen to short individual conversations

• Answer questions about specific details

• Number of Questions in this section: 5

🎯 Multiple Choice (3 options with Picture/Text)

🎙️ Teil 4: Radio Interview

• Listen to a radio interview or discussion

• Decide if statements are Richtig (true) or Falsch (false)

• Number of Questions in this section: 5

✅ True/False (Richtig/Falsch)

Practice Questions

Select a Teil to begin

Teil 1 - Radio, Answering Machine & Announcements

Teil 2 - Understanding Conversations

Teil 3 - Individual Conversations

Teil 4 - Radio Interview

FAQ

Answers to popular questions about Goethe A2 Hören (Listening) practice

01How is the Goethe A2 Listening module structured?: The Goethe A2 Listening section takes 30 minutes and consists of four parts with 20 questions total. You will hear radio announcements, conversations, individual dialogues, and a radio interview—all at A2 level with everyday vocabulary.
02What types of audio will I hear?: Expect everyday audio like radio announcements, answering machine messages, casual conversations between people, and radio interviews. All topics are familiar and practical, such as shopping, appointments, travel, and daily activities.
03What question formats appear in the exam?: You will encounter multiple-choice questions (3 options), matching tasks with pictures or texts, and true/false statements. Each format tests different listening skills: global understanding, detailed comprehension, and specific information.
04How can I prepare effectively for A2 Listening?: Practice with authentic German audio like podcasts for learners, radio shows, and everyday conversations. Focus on understanding the main message first, then specific details. Train yourself to recognize key words and phrases even if you don't understand everything.