Answering too short
One word is rarely enough. Give a full sentence and add a reason with ‘omdat’ or ‘want’.
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Inburgering Speaking exam practice Spreken · A2 & B1
In the speaking exam you see a short video or situation and answer out loud into a microphone. You get a short moment to think, then you speak. Your answer is recorded and checked later.
What the exam looks like
- You answer into a headset microphone
- A short situation, photo or video per question
- A little thinking time, then you speak
- You cannot redo an answer
Exact length and pass marks can change. Always check your own DUO letter or inburgeren.nl.
3 traps that catch many candidates
Freezing up
Use filler sentences like ‘Even denken…’ to win time. Silence costs more points than a small mistake.
Missing the question
Listen to what is asked: a wish, an opinion or a reason. Answer exactly that.
How InburgeringPass prepares you
- Practise with the real rhythm: think, beep, speak
- Listen back to your own recording
- Get calm feedback on content, grammar and how understandable you are
Ready to try?
Answer 3 real practice questions and see a clear explanation after each one.
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