21/06/2026
Can I already speak German with A1?
If you have completed level A1, you can already have simple conversations in German. The A1 level is referred to as basic language usage. It means, for example:
You can understand and use simple, short sentences and frequently used expressions.
You can introduce yourself and other people.
You can ask and answer questions about personal details such as place of residence, friends, family, and hobbies.
You can shop in a store, express wishes, and ask about prices.
You can order in a restaurant and know the most important words related to food and drinks.
You can schedule an appointment and apologize for being late.
You can tell the time and describe your daily routine.
You know basic information about the culture of German-speaking countries.
You know differences in language and culture between Germany, Austria, and Switzerland.
You can communicate in clear German with little dialect.
You can talk about what you want, need, should, must, can, and may do using modal verbs.
You know the typical word order in German sentences.
You know the intonation for questions, statements, and imperatives.
You can use the imperative to ask or urge others to do or not do something.
You can use both formal (very polite) language and informal language with friends and younger people.
You can express your emotions using modal particles (e.g., mal, denn, doch, ja).
In summary, this means you can communicate in a simple way if your conversation partners speak slowly and clearly.
It is a great start and a solid foundation on which you can build further!
At the end of the A1 course, you can communicate in simple situations but not yet speak fluently. To speak fluently, you should at least complete level B1.
