The speaking section of the TELC B1 exam, the Mündlicher Ausdruck, can be the most nerve-wracking part for many students. But with the right preparation and strategies, you can turn it into an opportunity to shine.
The best way to get comfortable with speaking is to practice. Try our free TELC B1 Mock Exam and practice with an AI speaking partner.
Understanding the Mündlicher Ausdruck
The speaking exam has three parts:
- Kontaktaufnahme (Making Contact): A short, informal conversation with your partner.
- Gespräch über ein Thema (Discussion about a Topic): You present a short monologue on a given topic and then discuss it.
- Gemeinsam eine Aufgabe lösen (Solving a Task Together): You and your partner plan something together, like a party or a trip.
Tip 1: Master Essential Phrases
Having a toolkit of phrases will make you sound more fluent and give you time to think.
- Expressing your opinion:
Ich bin der Meinung, dass...,Meiner Meinung nach... - Agreeing:
Das sehe ich auch so.,Genau!,Ich stimme dir zu. - Disagreeing politely:
Das ist ein guter Punkt, aber...,Ich verstehe, was du meinst, jedoch... - Making suggestions:
Wir könnten...,Was hältst du davon, wenn wir...? - Asking for clarification:
Könntest du das bitte wiederholen?,Was genau meinst du mit...?
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Tip 2: Structure Your Presentation (Teil 2)
For the second part, a clear structure is key. Use the "WWWW" formula:
- Wer/Was (Who/What): Introduce the topic.
- Warum (Why): Explain its importance or your personal connection.
- Wie (How): Describe your experience or the details.
- W-Frage (Question): End with a question to your partner to start the discussion.
This structure shows the examiner that you can organize your thoughts coherently.
Tip 3: Interact with Your Partner
Remember, Teil 1 and Teil 3 are dialogues. It's not a monologue!
- Listen actively: Pay attention to what your partner says.
- Ask questions: Show you're engaged in the conversation.
- Build on their ideas: "Das ist eine gute Idee. Wir könnten auch..." (That's a great idea. We could also...)
Tip 4: Use Fillers and Connectors
Native speakers don't speak in perfect, robotic sentences. Using fillers makes your speech sound more natural.
also(so, well)eigentlich(actually)sagen wir mal(let's say)na ja(well)
Connectors (Konjunktionen) are crucial for creating complex sentences, which is a requirement for B1. Practice using weil, dass, obwohl, and deshalb.
Tip 5: Practice with AI for Realistic Simulation
Reading tips is one thing; applying them under pressure is another. This is where AI-powered practice becomes invaluable.
| Challenge | AI Solution with Sprachflow |
|---|---|
| Fear of making mistakes | Practice in a private, non-judgmental environment. |
| Finding a practice partner | Our AI is available 24/7 to be your speaking partner. |
| Getting pronunciation feedback | Get instant analysis of your accent and intonation. |
| Simulating exam pressure | Practice timed responses just like in the real TELC exam. |
Confidence in the Mündlicher Ausdruck comes from consistent, targeted practice. By understanding the format, learning key phrases, and leveraging AI tools like Sprachflow, you can walk into your exam ready to impress.
Ready to put these tips into action? Test your speaking skills against our AI in a free TELC B1 mock exam.