German Vocabulary Quizzes: 40 Free Topics from A1 to B2

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German Vocabulary Quizzes: This page lists 40 free vocabulary quizzes organized by topic — from everyday life and travel to business, emotions, and culture. Each quiz tests real German words at a specific level (A1–B2) so you can find out what you already know and where you need more practice.

Knowing grammar rules is only half the battle — you also need the words. These quizzes test whether you actually remember the vocabulary, or whether you’re still translating in your head.

I’ve sorted all 40 quizzes by topic so you can focus on exactly what you need. If a topic feels too easy, skip to the next level. If you score below 70%, go back to the vocabulary article for that topic, review the words, and try again.

💡 Teacher’s Tip from Niko:

Every noun in these quizzes has a gender — der, die, or das. When you learn new vocabulary, always learn the article together with the noun. If you just memorize “Tisch = table” without “der Tisch”, you’ll struggle with every grammar rule later.

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Everyday Life & Home (A1–B1)

The basics you need for daily conversations — family, clothes, colors, your home, and daily routines.

📖 Need to review? Study the vocabulary first in our articles: Family, Clothing, Home & Living, Furniture.



Food, Shopping & Dining (A1–B1)

Essential vocabulary for eating out, grocery shopping, and ordering in German.

📖 Need to review? Read the Food & Drinks Vocabulary article first.



Health & Emergencies (A1–A2)

Words you need at the doctor, in the hospital, or in an emergency — important for anyone living in or visiting Germany.

📖 Need to review? Read the Body Parts Vocabulary article first.



Travel & Transportation (A1–B1)

Everything you need for getting around — from asking for directions to booking a hotel.

📖 Need to review? Read the Travel Vocabulary article first.

Every Noun Has a Gender. Do You Know Them?

All the nouns you’re learning in these quizzes — Tisch, Reise, Hotel, Kleidung — each one is der, die, or das. If you’re only learning the translation without the article, you’re building on a shaky foundation. The Article Trainer fixes that.

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Nature, Animals & Weather (A1–B2)

From basic weather and animals to more advanced environmental topics.

📖 Need to review? Read the Animals and Weather vocabulary articles.



Hobbies, Sports & Culture (A1–B2)

Talk about what you do in your free time — from sports and cinema to art and literature.

📖 Need to review? Read the Hobbies Vocabulary article.



Work, Education & Business (A1–B2)

Vocabulary for the workplace, school, and professional settings — from job titles to banking and technology.

📖 Need to review? Read the Business German Vocabulary article.

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Emotions, Communication & Society (A1–B2)

Express how you feel, talk about plans, and discuss topics like stress and politics.

💡 Tip: Emotions often use adjective endings — “Ich bin traurig” vs. “ein trauriger Tag.” If adjective endings confuse you, the Adjective Endings eBook explains all the patterns with charts and exercises.



Complete A–Z List (All 40 Quizzes)

Looking for a specific quiz? Here’s the full list in alphabetical order:

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  1. Adjectives Vocabulary Quiz (A1)
  2. Animal Vocabulary Quiz (A1–A2)
  3. Art and Culture Vocabulary Quiz (B2)
  4. Body Language Vocabulary Quiz (B1–B2)
  5. Body Parts Vocabulary Quiz (A1–A2)
  6. Business Vocabulary Quiz (B1–B2)
  7. Café and Restaurant Vocabulary Quiz (A2–B1)
  8. Cinema Vocabulary Quiz (A2–B1)
  9. Clothing Vocabulary Quiz (A1–A2)
  10. Colors in German (A1–A2)
  11. Daily Routine Quiz (A1–A2)
  12. Doctor’s Visit Vocabulary Quiz (A1–A2)
  13. Education and Learning Vocabulary Quiz (A2–B1)
  14. Emergency Vocabulary Quiz (A1–A2)
  15. Emotions and Feelings (Nouns) Vocabulary Quiz (A2–B1)
  16. Emotions and Feelings (Adjectives and Verbs) Vocabulary Quiz (A2–B1)
  17. Environmental Problems Vocabulary Quiz (B1–B2)
  18. Family Vocabulary Quiz (A1–A2)
  19. German Food Vocabulary Quiz (A1–A2)
  20. Furniture Vocabulary Quiz (A2–B1)
  21. German Banking Vocabulary Quiz (A2–B1)
  22. German Office Vocabulary Quiz (A2–B1)
  23. German Professions Quiz (A1–A2)
  24. German Sports Vocabulary Quiz (A2–B1)
  25. Hobbies Vocabulary Quiz (A1–A2)
  26. Home and Living Vocabulary Quiz (A1–A2)
  27. Hotels and Accommodation Vocabulary Quiz (A2–B1)
  28. Literature and Books Vocabulary Quiz (B1–B2)
  29. Months in German Quiz (A1)
  30. Nature and Environment Vocabulary Quiz (A1–A2)
  31. Plans and Wishes Quiz (A2–B1)
  32. Political Vocabulary Quiz (B2)
  33. Shopping Vocabulary Quiz (A1–A2)
  34. Stress Vocabulary Quiz (B1–B2)
  35. Technology Vocabulary Quiz (A2–B1)
  36. Transportation Vocabulary Quiz (A1–A2)
  37. Travel Vocabulary Quiz (A1–A2)
  38. Travel and Directions Vocabulary Quiz (A1–B1)
  39. Verbs Vocabulary Quiz (A1)
  40. Weather Vocabulary Quiz (A1–A2)



40 Topics. Hundreds of Nouns. Can You Get the Articles Right?

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📖 Want to study the vocabulary first?

Browse all 57 vocabulary lists organized by topic and level.

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Read German short stories with vocabulary lists and comprehension questions.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Are these German vocabulary quizzes free?

Yes. All 40 vocabulary quizzes on this page are completely free. You can take them as many times as you like — repeating quizzes after a few days is one of the best ways to move words into long-term memory.

What level are the vocabulary quizzes for?

The quizzes range from A1 (complete beginner) to B2 (upper intermediate). Each quiz is labeled with its level. If a quiz feels too easy, move to a harder topic. If it feels too hard, study the vocabulary article for that topic first.

What’s the best way to use these vocabulary quizzes?

First, study the vocabulary article for the topic. Then take the quiz. If you score below 70%, go back and review the words you got wrong. Retake the quiz after 2–3 days. This spaced repetition approach is the most effective way to remember vocabulary long-term.

Which vocabulary quiz should I start with?

If you’re a beginner, start with the Daily Routine Quiz or the Family Vocabulary Quiz — these cover words you’ll use every day. For intermediate learners, the Travel and Directions Quiz or the Business Vocabulary Quiz are good starting points depending on your needs.

Should I learn vocabulary with or without articles?

Always with articles. Every German noun has a gender (der, die, or das), and this gender affects cases, adjective endings, and pronouns. If you learn “Tisch = table” without “der Tisch”, you’ll struggle with grammar later. The Article Trainer helps you practice noun genders with 600+ essential words.

Do you have grammar quizzes too?

Yes. You can find 50 free grammar quizzes sorted by topic on the Grammar Quizzes Overview page — covering articles, cases, verbs, prepositions, adjective endings, and sentence structure.
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Niko

Nikolai Beiers (Niko) is a native German teacher with 8 years of professional experience and the founder of HowToStudyGerman.com. He has published 69 grammar articles, 57 vocabulary guides, created 90 interactive quizzes, and written 26 short stories for learners from A1 to C1. He is also the creator of the Article Trainer and the Adjective Endings eBook. His work focuses on making German grammar and vocabulary easy to understand and practice through clear explanations and engaging learning materials.

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