German A1 vocabulary for real beginners
This A1 vocabulary path prioritises words that unlock your first weeks in Germany. Pair each theme with Valinerio flashcards so the list becomes recall — not a PDF you never reopen. It is practical german vocabulary for beginners, not a random dictionary dump.
A1 vocabulary themes (in order)
Study one theme deeply before spraying across ten lists.
- Greetings & identity
- Numbers, time, money
- Food & supermarket
- Transport basics
- Housing & Anmeldung words
- Doctor & pharmacy basics
How Valinerio trains A1 vocabulary
Cards schedule reviews automatically. Situation packs force you to retrieve the same words under a realistic prompt.
Key phrases
| Phrase | Meaning | Context |
|---|---|---|
| Guten Tag | Good day / hello | Greeting |
| Ich hätte gern … | I would like … | Shopping / café |
| Wo ist die Toilette? | Where is the bathroom? | Public places |
| Wie viel kostet das? | How much does that cost? | Shopping |
| Ich brauche Hilfe. | I need help. | Support |
FAQ
- How many words is German A1 vocabulary?
- Roughly 500–1000 active items depending on the course. Focus on high-utility phrases first; Valinerio keeps the set reviewable.
Continue in this cluster
- German A1 verbs you will use every dayLearn essential German A1 verbs (sein, haben, möchten, können, gehen…) with example phrases and flashcard practice on Valinerio.
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- German A1 flashcards that fit a busy weekGerman A1 flashcards with spaced repetition. Build beginner vocabulary and phrases that stick — free to start on Valinerio.
- German A1 exercises that build recallGerman A1 exercises for vocabulary and phrases: retrieval practice, scenarios, and short drills on Valinerio.
- German A1 test practice (self-check)German A1 test-style practice: check whether your beginner vocabulary and phrases are ready. Train gaps with Valinerio flashcards.
- German vocabulary that you can actually useBuild German vocabulary for daily life in Germany: themed word lists, spaced repetition, and situation practice. A1–B2 paths on Valinerio.
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