DTZ Vocabulary & Preparation
Deutsch-Test für Zuwanderer
DTZ is an exam by telc for migration and integration in Germany. Memorlex covers the A2–B1 level with free, topic-based German word lists — each with translations, example sentences, flashcards and writing practice.
Exam at a glance
- Organizer
- telc
- Levels
- A2–B1
- Sections
- Reading · Listening · Writing · Speaking
- Purpose
- Integration
🎧 Listening
DTZ Listening (Hören) Practice — Audio Sample Questions
The DTZ listening part always comes back to the same situations: a shop’s opening hours, a voicemail from the doctor, traffic and weather on the radio… For each topic we recorded exam-style audio. Listen, answer, check the transcript.
Opening hoursPhone messagesTraffic & roadworksStation announcementsWeatherRadio competitionRepairs & costsSchool & nursery notices
Key A2 topics for DTZ
Daily RoutineFamilyHomeShoppingHealthWork & OfficeJob SearchPost & BankTransportEducationEmergenciesMigrationTime & DatesFood & DrinksWeather & Seasons
More A2 topics
ArchitectureArt & LiteratureAstronomy & SpaceBasicsBodyCity LifeClimate ChangeClothing & FashionColours & NumbersCommunicationCulture & TraditionsEnvironmentEthics & AIFinance & EconomyFuture TrendsGlobalizationHistoryHobbies & LeisureAt the HotelInternet & Social MediaLaw & JusticeMarketing & SalesMedia CriticismMusic & CinemaPhilosophyPoliticsPsychologyReligionAt the RestaurantScienceSocial IssuesSports & NutritionTechnologyTourismTravel & Holidays
Key B1 topics for DTZ
Daily RoutineFamilyHomeShoppingHealthWork & OfficeJob SearchPost & BankTransportEducationEmergenciesMigrationTime & DatesFood & DrinksWeather & Seasons
More B1 topics
ArchitectureArt & LiteratureAstronomy & SpaceBasicsBodyCity LifeClimate ChangeClothing & FashionColours & NumbersCommunicationCulture & TraditionsEnvironmentEthics & AIFinance & EconomyFuture TrendsGlobalizationHistoryHobbies & LeisureAt the HotelInternet & Social MediaLaw & JusticeMarketing & SalesMedia CriticismMusic & CinemaPhilosophyPoliticsPsychologyReligionAt the RestaurantScienceSocial IssuesSports & NutritionTechnologyTourismTravel & Holidays
How to prepare with Memorlex
- Work through one topic a day: read the list, then practise with flashcards.
- Use the writing mode to type each word — this is how vocabulary sticks for the writing section.
- Repeat the topics you found hardest a few days later before moving to the next level.
Frequently asked questions
Which level do I need for DTZ?
DTZ is taken at A2–B1 level. Start with the A2 word lists and move up level by level.
Are the DTZ word lists free?
Yes. All word lists, flashcards and writing exercises on Memorlex are free.
Which topics come up in DTZ?
Typical topics include Daily Routine, Family, Home, Shopping, Health. Each topic has its own word list below.