Keep on studying German with an A2 Course

Whether you're looking to learn German to relocate, for work, or just for fun, it can feel daunting knowing where to start. At Lingoda, we have developed the Lingoda Method of remote, immersive learning to help guide you along the way.

What does it mean to be a German A2 speaker? Well, it means you've got the basics under your belt and you're ready to get to grips with some more complex features of the language. According to the CEFR standards, you'll be able to understand sentences and expressions covering basic personal information, shopping, employment and geography, and you can communicate simple and routine tasks and understand direct exchanges of information, particularly those that are happening immediately. When you've mastered this course, you'll receive an A2 certificate that you can add to your CV or LinkedIn.



Have a look at Lingoda’s German Online Courses: Intensive German Courses, Immersive German Courses, German Private 1:1 Courses, German Conversation Courses, German Evening Classes for busy people, German Grammar Courses, German Reading Courses.

A2 Level German Overview

When you’ve completed the A2 level German course you will be able to confidently:

Understand sentences and frequently used expressions, basic personal information, family, shopping, local geography and work-life situations

Communicate simple and routine tasks that require direct exchanges of information

Describe, in simple terms, aspect of your life, immediate environment and express immediate needs

General topics of the A2 German level

The A2 level of German classes is the second stage of the CEFR basic level category. At this level, you should be able to talk about everyday routines in a very comfortable and clear way. The sentences you learn at this level will begin to become more complex and descriptive. During the lessons, you will also start apprehending new tenses and begin to speak in the near future and the past. You should be able to understand frequently used sentences, as well as everyday expressions. Topics concerning family, shopping, employment, are a few of the ones you should be able to discuss. Moreover, you should also be able to understand and respond to simple questions. In regards to reading, you should start knowing how to read a more complex text that covers a vast array of topics, while also differentiating between present and past tense.

Tackle real world scenarios with a German A2 Course

When you start learning on a Lingoda German A2 course, you learn about more than just grammar and vocabulary. Our courses cover useful topics and real-life situations like "Life abroad" so you can start implementing what you've learned from the very first lesson. We integrate speaking, listening, reading and writing seamlessly to improve all your skills.

The idea is that you feel confident to start using the language. The more confident you feel speaking and listening, the more you'll see your skills improve. Our teachers and syllabus are designed to include useful situations that you're more likely to encounter day to day.

Rotating through the teachers is an integral part of our learning experience. You'll get the chance to interact with different accents and intonations so you'll be ready to understand German speakers from all over the country.

Master the German A2 level with the Sprint Course

To start learning with Lingoda all you need to decide is how quickly you want to learn. You can opt for a Language Sprint for our fastest learning. When you commit to a Sprint course, you can receive cash back for completing the program. For a Sprint course you can get 50% cashback. At Lingoda we celebrate and support all our winners, you can see their stories on our page.

If you choose the Sprint Course, our learning is tailored to you and totally flexible. The average group size is three students, but you can learn with up to five during peak hours. Our syllabus has been expertly-crafted, we're available for you every single day, with qualified native-level speakers to guide you towards fluency. Our students have rated us 4.5 on both Trustpilot and Google Reviews, and our CEFR-based structure is designed to ensure you always meet your goals.

If you're still not sure, why not take advantage of a seven-day trial. There's no commitment and you can experience for yourself how effective the Lingoda Method can be.

Sample chapters in our German Elementary Course

Here’s a preview of the different curriculum chapters you’ll encounter during your German A2 level courses. This is the curriculum we use for our small group classes, and our private one-on-one classes. If you choose to study a private class as well, you may be able to expand beyond these topics depending on your tutor.

Learn how to have simple conversations about relationships and friendships. To do that, you will learn vocabulary to describe your personal relationships and emotions.

In this chapter of our A2 German classes, you will also learn about politeness in German-speaking cultures.

You will practise how to form questions with ‘was für’ and how to form the past perfect and when to use it.

Learn how to hold a simple conversation about work. To do that, you will learn new words related to working and the work environment.

In this chapter, you will also learn useful words for applying for a job and internship.

You will learn dative verbs and verbs with prepositional complements, and about two-way prepositions.

Learn how to describe the space you live in. Plus, you will learn new vocabulary related to moving into and out of apartments and houses.

In this chapter, you will also practise talking about where things are and comparing them.

You will learn the prepositions of time and how to use relative pronouns.

Learn how to give your opinion and talk about culture and art.

In this chapter of our German A2 classes, you’ll learn new words for talking about life in a city, and words and phrases to help you express an opinion.

You will also go into more detail about how to use the subordinating conjunctions ‘weil’ and ‘dass’, and how to form and use reflexive verbs.

Learn how to make plans and talk about predictions for the future.

In this chapter of our German A2 classes, you’ll learn to form the future tense and words to talk about the future and uncertainty.

You will learn how to talk about possible scenarios using ‘wenn’ and ‘dann’. Plus, you will learn tricks to remember and guess the gender of a word and adjective endings of these genders.

Try 4 lessons from our German Elementary’s classes

Our A2 German language courses are ideal for students with a little/basic knowledge of German Language. If you already have some basics done, sign up for our free trial period to join group classes and try out some of our A2 German lessons. This is a great way to see what an upper-beginner German course looks like at Lingoda.

Applying for a job

(A2)

Learn how to talk in simple words about your experiences in a job interview.

Two-way prepositions and case review

(A2)

Learn how to use Dative and Accusative prepositions in different contexts.

Making plans

(A2)

After this lesson you'll learn how to use infinitive phrases to talk about your plans for the future.

A conversation about culture

(A2)

In this lesson you'll learn how to carry on a simple conversation about culture.

Main German Language Exams

With the help of the A1 and A2 level German courses provided by Lingoda, you will be able to successfully prepare for a German language exam. Our courses follow the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR), a system that is internationally recognized and in accordance with the levels needed for the German language exams. By following the courses provided by Lingoda, you will be able to receive an A1 German language certificate and further prepare for the higher-level exams.

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Goethe Institut

Name

DSH (Deutsche Sprachprüfung für den Hochschulzugang)

Test DaF (Test Deutsch als Fremdsprache)

Goethe-Zertifikat

Levels

From B2 to C1

From B2 to C1

From B1 to C2

Validity

Lifelong. This certificate does not have an expiry date.

Lifelong. This certificate does not have an expiry date.

Lifelong. This certificate does not have an expiry date.

Price Range

100-150€

125-175€

120-295€

DSH

Name

DSH (Deutsche Sprachprüfung für den Hochschulzugang)

Levels

From B2 to C1

Validity

Lifelong. This certificate does not have an expiry date.

Price Range

100-150€

TestDaF

Name

Test DaF (Test Deutsch als Fremdsprache)

Levels

From B2 to C1

Validity

Lifelong. This certificate does not have an expiry date.

Price Range

125-175€

Goethe Institut

Name

Goethe-Zertifikat

Levels

From B1 to C2

Validity

Lifelong. This certificate does not have an expiry date.

Price Range

120-295€

German A2 language basics

Tips and tricks for learning A2 level German:

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Frequently asked questions

Our courses are broken down and categorized using the CEFR. CEFR stands for the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages. This is an internationally recognized standard that helps classify levels of fluency. It starts at A1, considered the beginner level and moves through to C1 for advanced or native-level speakers.

German A2 level is classified as elementary level. Not a complete novice!

We have courses aligned to each level, so whatever your understanding of the language we’ll have the right course for you. It’s important you find the right level so you don’t feel like you’re swamped, but you’re being tested and learning new vocabulary and communication skills.

If you aren’t sure which level you fall under, you can take our completely free CEFR level test. A few questions will give us a better understanding of your grasp of the language so far, and we can help point you towards the right level for you. The courses are designed to be challenging but achievable. We want you to progress quickly, and to have fun while doing so!

At Lingoda, we want to make language learning accessible to everyone, so we have courses that suit every level, moving from A1 beginners right through to C1, which is considered native-level or fluent.

You can move through each stage of the course with us, completing lessons and booking them to fit your schedule. It’s totally remote and easy to get started. So whether you’re an A1 novice, or a B1 committed learner, we’ll help you take the next step towards fluency.

This depends on how committed you are to the program and the effort you’re willing to put in. If you need to learn fast, committing to learning with Lingoda Sprint will see your lessons become part of your daily routine, which is set to produce the best results. You can also download the extra course materials at the end of each class to continue working independently.

If you aim to take five classes a week, you can complete the 50 lesson module in just ten weeks. But the beauty of the Lingoda Method is the flexibility. It’s completely up to you when and where you take the lessons, and at what pace.

It’s slightly different from our Lingoda Sprint or Super Sprint where you make a commitment to a certain amount of classes per week. If you manage to meet your lesson pledge, you can get up to 50% cashback!

It’s easy to start learning. All you need is a computer and a good internet connection. The classes take place on Zoom, which is free to download. The Lingoda course materials are all available for you to download as soon as you create a profile. To get the most out of your class try and find a quiet space to learn, and have a drink of water to hand – you’ll be doing a lot of talking!

It’s easy to get started with Lingoda. To sign up, just choose a course and an intensity that matches your language learning goal. Select the day, time or topic that you’d like to learn to book your class, log into the class and you’re on the way. Remember to take advantage of the platform features, recap the lessons, read annotated PDFs from your teachers, and complete the homework for even faster results.

It’s easy to get started with Lingoda. To sign up, just choose a course and an intensity that matches your language learning goal. Select the day, time or topic that you’d like to learn to book your class, log into the class and you’re on the way. Remember to take advantage of the platform features, recap the lessons, read annotated PDFs from your teachers, and complete the homework for even faster results.