DTZ B1 Speaking Dialogue

Information About Dialogues in the DTZ B1 Oral Exam

The dialogue is an important part of the oral section of the DTZ B1 exam. Candidates demonstrate their ability to communicate in German in typical everyday situations. The task is to engage in a short conversation with the examiner or partner, exchange information, express opinions, and find solutions together. Special emphasis is placed on naturalness and fluency of speech.

How does the dialogue work?

Candidates receive a topic based on real-life everyday situations. After a short preparation, they conduct a dialogue lasting about three to five minutes. It is important that both participants contribute actively and equally to the conversation. Typical topics include shopping, organizing meetings, leisure activities, or resolving conflicts. The key is to respond to the partner and ask questions.

Examples and typical topics

The dialogue topics are related to daily life and often include:

• Organizing meetings and setting appointments
• Consultations in shops or with service providers
• Resolving minor conflicts
• Discussing hobbies and leisure activities
• Exchanging information about residence or work

What do examiners look for?

• How smoothly and clearly is the dialogue conducted?
• Is there a clear division of roles and active participation?
• How well is appropriate vocabulary used?
• How does the candidate respond to questions and statements of the partner?

Experiences of exam candidates

Many candidates report that preparation for dialogues significantly increased their confidence in speaking. “The sample dialogues on the platform helped me learn typical phrases,” says Sven from Munich. Maria from Leipzig adds, “Practicing with a partner showed me how important it is to be flexible and answer spontaneously.”

Recommendations for preparation

• Regularly practice dialogues with a partner on different topics
• Learn typical phrases and sentence structures for conversations
• Use the exercises and examples on this platform, developed by Olena together with teachers and examiners
• Do role plays to prepare for unexpected questions
• Record yourself and analyze pronunciation and expression

Expert opinion

Olena, the founder of this platform, explains: “Dialogues are an excellent way to demonstrate language skills in everyday situations. Good preparation and practice with realistic topics help you speak confidently and naturally. All examples on our platform are carefully developed based on many years of experience with DTZ B1 exams.”

In summary, the dialogue in the DTZ B1 oral exam is a key component that can be successfully mastered with targeted preparation. Regular practice and real speaking are the keys to success.