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Welcome to B2 – where your German starts to feel natural.
You’ve already built a strong foundation – now it’s time to refine, expand, and grow. At this level, you’ll develop more precision, confidence, and fluency in real-life situations. And we’ll support you every step of the way.
Below, you’ll find everything you need: grammar help, translations, exercises, and extras – all designed to help you reach the next level with clarity and ease.
Let’s keep your learning focused, structured – and motivating. Los geht’s!
Hueber Media app - all media for our German classes in one app
You can play the audios and, if applicable, videos that go with your Menschen books - wherever you want. In class, during the break, on the luas, or at home.
There is no need to scan, you can simply access the desired media via a thumbnail view of the pages or by searching.
So einfach - so easy!
Learning German at B2 – How to Reach the Next Level
Learning a language at B2 level is about more than just understanding grammar and vocabulary – it’s about using German naturally, precisely, and confidently in real situations. That takes commitment, curiosity, and smart strategies.
Here are our top tips for progressing at B2:
1. Expose yourself to natural German – every day
At B2, you need regular contact with real, unsimplified German. Read the news in German, listen to podcasts on topics you enjoy, and follow German YouTubers or social media channels. The more authentic input you get, the more naturally your own language will develop.
2. Focus on active speaking
Now’s the time to move beyond understanding and start expressing yourself with more nuance. Join conversation groups, practise with native speakers, or attend speaking clubs like our German Meet & Chat. Focus on fluency and flow – mistakes are part of the process.
3. Refine your grammar where it matters
At B2, your grammar should serve your communication. Focus on mastering tricky areas like word order, subordinate clauses, modal verbs in past tenses, and passive constructions. Our structured grammar support and GermanMind Cheat Sheets can help you make things stick.
4. Learn through real content
Use podcasts, interviews, articles, and short documentaries – not just textbooks. Choose topics that interest you (culture, business, science, lifestyle) and take notes of how native German speakers express ideas. Think less about memorising and more about noticing patterns.
5. Think in German
Train your brain to stay in German. Describe your day in your head, keep a simple diary in German, or summarise what you’ve read or watched – in German. This helps you bridge the gap between understanding and active recall.
6. Set clear, meaningful goals
Rather than vague goals like "get better at speaking German", aim for something specific:
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Give a short presentation on a topic you know
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Write an email or review without checking Google Translate
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Watch a full documentary without subtitles
7. Get regular feedback
At B2, you need feedback to fine-tune your accuracy and style. Ask your German teacher or tutor to correct your longer texts or help you rephrase spoken mistakes. Feedback helps turn “good enough” into natural and confident.
Our tip: B2 is where things get exciting.
It’s the stage where you stop learning German and start using it – fluently, confidently, and in your own voice.
Let GermanMind guide you the rest of the way.
German Learning Podcasts:
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"Deutsch – warum nicht?" (DW): This podcast series by Deutsche Welle is designed for learners at the intermediate level. It tells the story of a journalist who travels to Germany and encounters various language and cultural situations. It includes dialogue practice, vocabulary explanations, and grammar tips.
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"Langsam gesprochene Nachrichten" (DW): This podcast from Deutsche Welle presents the news at a slower pace, making it easier for intermediate learners to follow along. It helps improve listening skills and expands vocabulary on current affairs and general topics.
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"A Flavour of German" (Radio Lingua): This podcast provides intermediate-level German lessons with a focus on everyday conversations, cultural insights, and useful phrases. It covers a range of topics, allowing you to further develop your language skills.
Remember to listen to these podcasts regularly, practise speaking along with them, and review any accompanying materials to reinforce your learning.