German vocabulary

Build your German vocabulary with free lists by CEFR level (A1–C2) and topic. Every word links to our dictionary—with articles, Konjugation, pronunciation, and examples.

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Why German vocabulary matters

Vocabulary is the foundation of reading, listening, speaking, and writing. The more German words you know, the faster you understand conversations. German and English share many cognates, but you still need structured German vocabulary lists by level and by topic—especially for gender (der, die, das) and separable verbs.

GermanPilot connects each list to a full dictionary entry. Whether you need a German vocabulary list for beginners (A1–A2), intermediate B1 German vocabulary, or advanced B2 and C2 sets, you can filter and learn at your own pace.

German vocabulary by level (A1–C2)

Choose your CEFR level to open matching German vocabulary lists—from everyday A1 phrases to C1 academic vocabulary.

A1 German vocabulary A1 53 lists A2 German vocabulary A2 17 lists B1 German vocabulary B1 14 lists B2 German vocabulary B2 12 lists C1 German vocabulary C1 12 lists C2 German vocabulary C2 10 lists

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German vocabulary lists by topic

German vocabulary categories help you learn words for real situations—travel, work, health, food, and more. Browse all 126 lists.

Food & Kitchen (7) Time & Dates (7) Home & Living (6) Health & Medical (5) Advanced Vocabulary (5) Family & People (5) Grammar & Verbs (4) Grammar & Structure (4) Numbers & Counting (4) Politics & Society (4) Academic & Professional (3) Grammar & Prepositions (3) People & Family (3) Business & Finance (2) Vocabulary (2) Work & Career (2)

What you get with GermanPilot

Lists & articles

  • German vocabulary list with articles (der, die, das) on every noun
  • Words grouped by topic and level
  • Verb Konjugation and example sentences

Practice & tools

Curated lists—open any card to see words and jump to the dictionary.

Personal Pronouns

Personalpronomen

Essential German personal pronouns for A1 level learners

A1 Grammar & Pronouns 19 words
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German Numbers 1-10

Zahlen 1-10

Learn German numbers from 1 to 10. Essential counting vocabulary for beginners. Master basic German numerals eins throug...

A1 Numbers & Counting 10 words
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Essential German Verbs

Wichtige Verben

Master the most essential German verbs for beginners. Learn core action verbs including sein, haben, werden, machen and...

any Grammar & Verbs 27 words
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Question Words

Fragewörter

Essential German question words for asking basic questions

A1 Grammar & Structure 16 words
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German Modal Verbs

Modalverben

Learn German modal verbs können, müssen, sollen, wollen, dürfen, mögen. Essential A2 grammar for expressing ability, nec...

A2 Grammar & Verbs 9 words
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Common German Adjectives

Häufige Adjektive

Essential German adjectives for beginners. Learn basic descriptive words like gut, groß, klein, neu, alt. Perfect for A1...

A1 Grammar & Adjectives 10 words
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German Time Vocabulary

Zeitvokabular

Learn German time-related words and expressions. Master vocabulary for days, years, time, and temporal adverbs like jetz...

A1 Time & Dates 12 words
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Numbers 21–100

Zahlen 21–100

German numbers from twenty-one to one hundred

A1 Numbers & Counting 32 words
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Frequently asked questions

What is the best way to learn German vocabulary?

Start with high-frequency words for your level (A1–B1), learn nouns with their articles (der, die, das), and review in short daily sessions. GermanPilot combines topic lists with a full dictionary—each word links to meaning, pronunciation, Konjugation, and example sentences.

Where can I find a German vocabulary list for A1?

Open our A1 German vocabulary lists: filter by level A1 on the vocabulary lists page, or visit the A1 vocabulary hub. You will find curated lists by topic with English translations and dictionary entries for every word.

Is there a German vocabulary list B1 or B2?

Yes. Use the level filters for B1 German vocabulary or B2 German vocabulary lists. Topics include work, opinions, media, and exam-style word sets, each linking to full dictionary pages with examples.

Are German vocabulary lists with articles (der, die, das) available?

Yes. Each word in our lists opens a dictionary page where nouns show gender and articles. Learning German vocabulary with articles from the start helps you speak and write correctly.

Can I take a German vocabulary test?

Browse lists free on the web, then use the GermanPilot mobile app for vocabulary test-style practice: smart review sessions, progress tracking, and spaced repetition from any list you choose.

Wo finde ich eine Deutsch Wortschatz Liste für A1 oder B1?

Filtern Sie auf der Listen-Seite nach A1, A2, B1 oder B2. Sie erhalten thematische Deutsch Wortschatz Listen mit Übersetzungen und Beispielen—z. B. als A1 Deutsch Wortschatz Liste oder B1 Deutsch Wortschatz Liste.

Gibt es eine Deutsch Wortschatz Liste nach Thema?

Ja. Wählen Sie eine Kategorie wie Reisen, Essen oder Beruf. So finden Sie eine Deutsch Wörter Liste passend zu Ihrer Situation, mit Artikeln und Aussprache im Wörterbuch.