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B1 Beruf Sprechen Diskussion (Small Talk)
Exercise 2.1
Kochen, regionale Feiern, Arzttermin während der Arbeitszeit.
Exercise 2.2
Sport allein oder in der Gruppe, Ausflüge, Schichtdienst
Exercise 2.3
Schwimmen lernen, grillen, Mülltrennen
Exercise 2.4
Nach Feierabend, zusammen essen, Arbeitsbeginn
Exercise 2.5
In der Nacht arbeiten, am Wochenende ins Kino, Fahrt zur Arbeit
Exercise 2.6
Teilzeit oder Vollzeit, zusammen essen gehen, Babysitter für Kinder
Exercise 2.7
Nebenjob, Groß- oder Kleinstadt, Online-Shopping
Exercise 2.8
Sportraum in der Firma, bei wem wohnst du, falsche Lieferung
Exercise 2.9
Arbeitsvertrag, neue Kollegen, Haustiere
Exercise 2.10
Geburtstagsgeschenk, Technik zu Hause, Fortbildung
Exercise 2.11
Arbeitskleidung, Online-Shopping, Hobbys
Exercise 2.12
Arbeit am Wochenende, Deutschkurs, Arbeitsweg
Exercise 2.13
Angespannte Beziehungen im Team, Verspätung von Zügen, Probezeit im Job
Exercise 2.14
Überstunden, Restaurantempfehlungen, Verspätung zur Arbeit
Exercise 2.15
Gehaltserhöhung, Gesundheit am Arbeitsplatz, Haushaltsorganisation
Exercise 2.16
Fortbildungsmöglichkeiten, Work-Life-Balance, Reisen planen
Exercise 2.17
Teilzeitjob, Kinderbetreuung, Teamarbeit
Exercise 2.18
Rente, Steuern, Autokauf
Exercise 2.19
Berufliche Weiterbildung, Mittagspausen gestalten, Freizeitaktivitäten in der Stadt
Exercise 2.20
Wochenendeinkäufe, Arbeitsplatzausstattung, Dienstreisen planen
Exercise 2.21
Tipps für das Wochenende, Geschenkidee für Kinder, Schicht tauschen
Exercise 2.22
Teamarbeit, verschiedene Menschen, Motivation
Exercise 2.23
Am Wochenende, Weg zur Arbeit, Schicht arbeiten
Exercise 2.24
Hobby, eine Ausbildung machen, nachts arbeiten
Exercise 2.25
Ausbildung, frühere Arbeitgeber, Mitarbeitergespräch
Exercise 2.26
Weg zur Arbeit, Sport, Kinder
Exercise 2.27
Mittagessen, Gesundheit, Umgang mit schwierigen Kunden
Exercise 2.28
Ausbildung, Arbeitgeber, Mitarbeitergespräch
Exercise 2.29
Urlaub, Weiterbildung, Arbeitszeiten
Exercise 2.30
Sport, am Wochenende arbeiten, Überstunden
Exercise 2.31
Teamarbeit, zusammen grillen, Nachhilfe für Kinder
Exercise 2.32
Neue Kollegen, Kinderbetreuung, Pausen
Exercise 2.33
Geburtstag einer Kollegin, am Sonntag ein Picknick, das Wetter in Deutschland
Exercise 2.34
Flexibel arbeiten, Fußball spielen, eine neue Wohnung
Exercise 2.35
Fahrkarte, Anmeldung im Sportverein, Essen in der Kantine
Exercise 2.36
In der Nacht arbeiten, am Wochenende ins Kino, Fahrt zur Arbeit
Exercise 2.37
Im Home-Office arbeiten, im Urlaub wandern, ein Auto kaufen
Exercise 2.38
Überstunden machen, Hobbys, zusammen kochen
Exercise 2.39
Essen am Arbeitsplatz, Dienstreisen, Familie zu Besuch
Exercise 2.40
Nach der Arbeit, Halbtags arbeiten, Arbeitskleidung
Exercise 2.41
Traumjob, Arbeitszeit, gesunde Ernährung
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More Details on Preparing for the Discussion (Smalltalk) in the B1 Beruf Exam
The oral part of the B1 Beruf exam includes an important task: the discussion or smalltalk. This section tests the ability to communicate spontaneously and fluently in everyday professional situations. The goal is to exchange information simply, express opinions, and respond to the conversation partner.
Structure and procedure of the discussion
The discussion usually takes place between the candidate and the examiner or another person and lasts about three to five minutes. The topics are based on realistic workplace situations and include both professional and general smalltalk themes. The focus is on candidates reacting spontaneously, asking and answering questions, and actively contributing to the conversation.
Typical topics and examples
The topics are practical and easy to understand. Examples include working hours, break regulations, vacation planning, descriptions of work processes, interactions with colleagues or supervisors, conversations about the weather, leisure activities, or company events.
Assessment criteria
- Clarity and ability to express oneself in communication
- Appropriate use of vocabulary and simple grammar at B1 level
- Fluency and natural speaking pace despite possible mistakes
- Active conversation management and appropriate responses to the partner
Experiences of exam participants
Many report that they initially found smalltalk challenging but gained confidence through targeted practice. "Practicing typical professional situations helped me speak more spontaneously," says Lisa from Berlin. Jonas from Hamburg also recommends training realistic conversations with friends and paying attention to body language.
Recommendations for preparation
- Regular practice of smalltalk and discussion topics from everyday professional life
- Use examples from previous exams as guidance
- Focus on clear and simple expression
- Simulate conversation situations with partners to practice dialogue flow
- Record and analyze your own practice conversations to improve pronunciation and pace
Expert opinion
Language trainer Olena Bazalukova explains: "The discussion in B1 Beruf mainly tests the ability to express oneself spontaneously and understandably. Those who work with practical topics and realistic exercises can enter the exam with more confidence and thus perform better."
Overall, the discussion (smalltalk) is an important and practical part of the B1 Beruf exam. With targeted preparation and regular practice, this exam section can be mastered confidently.