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- CEFRAligned curriculum (A1-C1)
Start learning German. Reach your next goal.
From career moves to new beginnings, learning German takes you places. And our online German classes are designed to get you there.
Career growth
Move up faster, stand out, or land the job you want in Germany, Austria, or Switzerland.
Visa and residency
Reach the B1 or B2 level required for citizenship or residency to build your future in Germany.
Life abroad
Navigate daily life, build your community and start feeling at home in a new German-speaking country.
Personal challenge
Learn one of Europe's most sought-after languages and speak it with real confidence.
Discover your German level in minutes.
About CEFR levels
Lingoda follows the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR), the global standard for tracking language progress. From beginner (A1) to advanced (C1), each level helps you build the skills and confidence to communicate in real-life. Find your current level with our quick placement test.
HOW LONG IT TAKES
Your German learning journey, mapped out.
How to reach A2 German
- Study hours for this level
- +80–100 hr after A1
- With Lingoda Flex5 classes/week
- 3-5 weeks
Key milestones
Order your Schnitzel, navigate everyday life, and connect with locals over small conversations.
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Don’t just take our word for it!
The questions you're asking. The answers you need.
"Can I become fluent in German without in-person classes?"
Yes. That is, if you’re practicing real German conversations, not just memorizing words. Live classes with certified teachers give you the feedback, correction, and speaking practice you need to build confidence.
"I've tried Duolingo and Babbel before. I always quit."
You’re not alone. Apps help you learn words, but they lack accountability. Lingoda gives you a structured path where every lesson and practice builds on the last, so your progress keeps moving.
"I don't know if I have enough time."
You don’t need hours every day to make progress. Even one class a week can help you build consistency, and Flex lets you adjust your learning pace as your schedule changes.
"Does Lingoda follow recognized language levels?"
Lingoda’s in-house curriculum is aligned with the CEFR framework, giving you a clear path from beginner to advanced levels.
"How is this different from hiring a tutor on Preply or italki?"
Not all tutors follow the same approach. Lingoda combines a structured, CEFR-aligned curriculum with AI-powered progress tracking and certified teachers for a consistent learning experience.
"What if I start and it's not working for me?"
Try Lingoda risk-free before committing. Start with a free trial, experience live classes, and choose a plan that works for you. Flex gives you the freedom to adjust or cancel without long-term commitment.
Get your free German lesson
Learn about real-world topics you can learn today and use tonight. From basic German grammar to common phrases, each lesson brings the language and culture to life.
DownloadMore about me
I can introduce myself, talk about my age, marital status, where I’m from, and the languages I speak.
DownloadNominative and accusative
I can talk about what I have, need, and want. I am able to recognize and use the nominative and accusative cases.
DownloadWrite a business email
I can understand important information in an email and write a work email.
DownloadI don’t feel well
I can name the most important parts of the body and explain where it hurts.
Frequently asked questions
One of the fastest ways to start speaking German is to combine live conversation with a structured curriculum. While apps can build vocabulary, live classes push you to actively use the language in real conversations. At Lingoda, you get all: live classes, a CEFR-aligned German course, plus personalized practice in the Lingoda app that builds on your latest lesson.
After scheduling, you join a live German class with up to 4 other students. Your teacher introduces the lesson using downloadable materials. Then you practice speaking and get corrected in real time. Classes are 60 minutes (group) or 50 minutes (private). You can download all materials at the end and access follow-up quizzes.
From A1, reaching B1 typically takes total 350-400 Lingoda lesson hours. With Lingoda Flex at 2-3 classes per week plus app practice, most learners reach German B1 in 8-12 months. If you’re starting at A2, you can reach B1 in 5-7 months.
Yes. Online is enough when you’re doing live speaking rather than apps alone, and you stay consistent. Lingoda teaches German up to C1, which is professional-level fluency. If your goal is B2 (independent communication) or C1 (professional use), both are achievable through Lingoda’s structured online German courses.
Lingoda’s German curriculum is fully CEFR-aligned, the international standard recognized by German authorities, the Goethe-Institut, telc, and universities across Europe. If you need an official certificate, you’ll take the exam separately after learning with us. You can choose from exams like the Goethe-Zertifikat, telc Deutsch (including the DTZ), or TestDaF for university admission. For German naturalization, B1 is the standard language level.
Duolingo and Babbel are apps built around self-study content, useful for building vocabulary on your own time. Lingoda combines live classes with a certified teacher, a structured plan, and personalized self-practice, giving you a learning experience where progress becomes visible.
Every class includes downloadable German lesson materials created in-house by Lingoda’s curriculum team to CEFR standards. After class, you get a quiz to reinforce the lesson and access to the practice app. Materials are yours to keep, with no expiry.
You only need three things: a stable internet connection, a device with a camera and microphone, and a quiet place to learn. German classes run via Lingoda Classroom, our built-in video platform for live classes, and is accessible from any desktop or laptop. The Lingoda practice app is available on iOS and Android.
Lingoda runs on monthly subscription plans, and you choose how many classes you want per month. Group classes cost less per class than 1-on-1 private classes, and you can switch between formats without changing your plan. Before you subscribe, you can join Lingoda with a 7-day free trial.
