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Inburgering A2 Speaking Exam Guide: Structure, Time, and Answers
Use this A2 speaking exam guide to understand the 35-minute computer format, answer style, microphone practice, and preparation plan.
Reviewed against official sources - Updated 2026-05-10
The A2 speaking exam is taken on a computer. You watch short films, listen and understand Dutch, then answer by speaking.
Questions this guide answers
- How long is the A2 speaking exam?
- Do I speak to a person or into the computer?
- What kind of answer is enough at A2 level?
- How should I practice pronunciation and completeness?
Official structure
- Skill
- Speaking / Spreken
- Level
- A2
- Format
- Computer exam with short films and spoken answers.
- Duration
- 35 minutes.
- Examiner
- You speak into the computer, not to a live examiner.
Answer style
- Use simple complete sentences.
- Give a reason when the question asks why.
- Correct yourself and continue if you make a mistake.
- Speak clearly at a normal speed.
- Do not answer with only one word unless the task clearly allows it.
Useful answer patterns
| Need | Pattern |
|---|---|
| Make an appointment | Ik wil graag een afspraak maken voor ... |
| Explain a problem | Ik kan niet komen, want ... |
| Ask for help | Kunt u mij helpen met ...? |
| Give an opinion | Ik vind ... goed, omdat ... |
Scoring and result
The official A2 result comes from DUO. Dutch Exams can help you practice fluency and answer completeness, but it cannot replace the official assessment.
Record and review
After practice, listen to your own answer once. Check whether you answered the question, gave a reason when needed, and spoke clearly enough. Do not rewrite the whole answer; improve one habit at a time.
Practice after reading
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Practice A2 Speaking
Open A2 speaking prompts and practice short spoken answers.
