German Listening Comprehension

Are your German listening good enough to understand a native speaker? Try our online exercises, practice listening comprehension, and test your ability to translate.

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Our voice recordings, paired with comprehension questions, adequately prep you to have smooth conversations in German. Gain confidence and feel ready for your next interaction with a German speaker.

How to Practice Your Listening Skills in German

• Select a text. There are a variety of topics, with varying levels of difficulty, to choose from.
• Start the audio file. Make sure to listen closely and concentrate on the content spoken.
• When finished listening, answer the questions regarding comprehension of the material. Did you understand everything correctly?