B2 Verbs List PDF
This B2 verbs study guide groups 140 German verbs and verb phrases in 13 themed sections with English glosses and example sentences. Each entry shows the verb in context — including reflexive and separable forms such as sich bewerben, sich engagieren, and sich orientieren.
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- Exam
- Global (all exams) · B2
- CEFR Level
- B2
- Topic
- Vocabulary
- Resource Type
- B2 verbs study guide
- Audience
- B2 learners and teachers who need themed German verbs with example sentences
- Study Goal
- Learn 140 B2 verbs grouped by topic, with English glosses and example sentences
- Format
- 13 themed sections; each entry has a German verb, English gloss, and example sentence
- Language
- German
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- 140 verb entries in 13 themed sections
- German verb, English gloss, and example sentence for every entry
- Reflexive verbs marked: sich bewerben, sich engagieren, sich beteiligen, sich orientieren, sich erholen, sich anmelden
- Allgemeine B2-Verben section with 20 high-frequency verbs
- Themed layout — not an alphabetical list
At B2, exam tasks expect specific verbs for formal register — not only basic alternatives like machen or sagen.
This PDF lists 140 verbs in 13 themes, each with an example sentence showing natural B2 usage.
Several entries include reflexive forms (sich bewerben, sich engagieren) or context notes such as kündigen for employment or housing.
Where it appears in the exam
- Reading: understand precise verbs in articles, reports, and formal texts
- Listening: follow verb choice in discussions, lectures, and announcements
- Writing: replace basic verbs with B2-level alternatives in formal tasks
- Speaking: argue, explain, and describe with topic-appropriate verbs
Common learner struggles
- Repeating A2–B1 verbs (machen, sagen, geben) in B2 writing and speaking
- Not knowing reflexive verb forms required at B2 (sich bewerben, sich beteiligen)
- Confusing similar verbs (verringern vs. reduzieren; belegen vs. begründen)
- Recognising verbs in reading but failing to produce them actively
Skills improved
- Lexical range in B2 writing and speaking
- Correct reflexive and separable verb forms in context
- Topic-appropriate verb choice across 13 themes
- Faster verb recognition in reading and listening
13 B2 verb themes in this guide
Every entry is a German verb (or verb phrase) with an English gloss and one example sentence.
Section names and order match the PDF, from Beruf & Karriere through Allgemeine B2-Verben.
- Beruf & Karriere: 12 verbs: bewerben (sich), kündigen, einstellen, befördern, delegieren, verhandeln, koordinieren, präsentieren, übernehmen, verantworten, qualifizieren (sich), entlassen.
- Bildung & Wissenschaft: 11 verbs: begründen, nachweisen, analysieren, auswerten, erläutern, untersuchen, belegen, forschen, widerlegen, vergleichen, zusammenfassen.
- Kommunikation & Diskussion: 12 verbs: behaupten, diskutieren, erklären, überzeugen, zustimmen, ablehnen, widersprechen, vorschlagen, betonen, mitteilen, einwenden, erwähnen.
- Gesellschaft & Soziales: 10 verbs: fördern, unterstützen, benachteiligen, integrieren, engagieren (sich), ausschließen, beteiligen (sich), kritisieren, vertreten, anerkennen.
- Umwelt & Nachhaltigkeit: 10 entries: verschmutzen, schützen, reduzieren, verringern, belasten, recyceln, gefährden, vermeiden, beitragen, plus erneuerbar (adjective entry in the PDF).
- Technologie & Digitalisierung: 10 verbs: entwickeln, automatisieren, digitalisieren, optimieren, vernetzen, implementieren, programmieren, speichern, aktualisieren, überwachen.
- Gesundheit & Medizin: 10 verbs: behandeln, untersuchen, vorbeugen, lindern, heilen, verschreiben, erholen (sich), überweisen, impfen, diagnostizieren.
- Wirtschaft & Finanzen: 10 verbs: investieren, finanzieren, beantragen, exportieren, importieren, steigern, sinken, konkurrieren, subventionieren, kalkulieren.
- Politik & Recht: 10 verbs: beschließen, verabschieden, abschaffen, einführen, durchsetzen, regulieren, wählen, verbieten, klagen, genehmigen.
- Medien & Kommunikation: 9 verbs: berichten, veröffentlichen, recherchieren, kommentieren, übertragen, zitieren, verbreiten, moderieren, abonnieren.
- Reisen & Mobilität: 8 verbs: buchen, umsteigen, beantragen, reisen, ankommen, abfliegen, verzollen, orientieren (sich).
- Wohnen & Alltag: 8 entries: renovieren, umziehen, kündigen, beantragen, anmelden (sich), vermieten, einrichten — beantragen appears twice in this section in the PDF.
- Allgemeine B2-Verben: 20 high-frequency B2 verbs: beschreiben, bewerten, beeinflussen, berücksichtigen, umsetzen, erreichen, teilnehmen, scheitern, zunehmen, abnehmen, hinweisen, überprüfen, anpassen, vermitteln, aufzeigen, ankündigen, and others.
| German | Note |
|---|
| bewerben (sich) | to apply for a job — Beruf & Karriere |
| verhandeln | to negotiate — Beruf & Karriere |
| analysieren | to analyze — Bildung & Wissenschaft |
| widersprechen | to disagree — Kommunikation & Diskussion |
| engagieren (sich) | to get involved — Gesellschaft & Soziales |
| beitragen | to contribute — Umwelt & Nachhaltigkeit |
| digitalisieren | to digitize — Technologie & Digitalisierung |
| vorbeugen | to prevent — Gesundheit & Medizin |
| subventionieren | to subsidize — Wirtschaft & Finanzen |
| verabschieden | to pass legislation — Politik & Recht |
| recherchieren | to research (journalism) — Medien & Kommunikation |
| verzollen | to declare at customs — Reisen & Mobilität |
| berücksichtigen | to take into account — Allgemeine B2-Verben |
Example Usage
bewerben (sich)
Sie hat sich auf eine Stelle als Projektleiterin beworben.
She applied for a position as project manager.
widersprechen
Sie widersprach der These des Experten mit überzeugenden Gegenargumenten.
She disagreed with the expert's thesis using convincing counterarguments.
Key Takeaways From This PDF
- 140 B2 verb entries across 13 themes
- Each verb includes an example sentence in formal B2 register
- Exam-neutral — useful for Goethe, telc, ÖSD, and TestDaF B2 preparation
- Covers work, education, society, environment, health, politics, media, travel, and housing
- Allgemeine B2-Verben section for cross-topic writing and speaking
- B2 learners who repeat basic verbs in writing and speaking tasks
- Students preparing for any German B2 certification exam
- Candidates building active verb vocabulary by topic
- Teachers needing a printable B2 verb reference by theme
How To Study With This PDF
- Study one theme at a time and write three original sentences per verb.
- Cover the English column and recall the German verb from the example sentence.
- Practise reflexive forms separately: sich bewerben, sich engagieren, sich anmelden.
- Compare similar verbs: reduzieren vs. verringern; begründen vs. belegen.
- Apply the verbs in B2 practice tests on German Online Tests.
- Is this resource free?
- Yes. This resource is available free of charge on German Online Tests.
- How many verbs are included?
- 140 entries in 13 sections. Most are verbs; erneuerbar is listed as an adjective in the Umwelt section.
- Is this for one specific exam?
- No. It is exam-neutral. The verbs appear across Goethe, telc, ÖSD, and TestDaF B2 tasks.
- How many topics does the PDF cover?
- 13 themed sections from Beruf & Karriere to Allgemeine B2-Verben.
- Is a PDF file available for download?
- Upload the PDF in the admin panel to enable download. Page content is available after import.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is this resource?
A B2 verbs PDF with 140 entries in 13 themes, English glosses, and example sentences for each verb.
Who should use it?
B2 learners and teachers who need themed German verbs with example sentences at CEFR B2.
How many verbs are included?
140 entries across 13 sections. The Umwelt section includes erneuerbar as an adjective entry.
How does this differ from the B2 vocabulary list PDF?
Vocabulary lists cover nouns and phrases by theme. This PDF focuses on verbs only, with example sentences per entry.
Does it include reflexive verbs?
Yes. Entries include sich bewerben, sich qualifizieren, sich engagieren, sich beteiligen, sich erholen, sich anmelden, and sich orientieren.
How should it be studied?
One theme at a time; write original sentences; practise reflexive forms; review similar verb pairs.
Can it be printed?
Yes. Print this page or download the PDF once the file is uploaded.
What should I study next?
Use the B2 Nomen-Verb-Verbindungen PDF and B2 vocabulary lists, then apply verbs in practice tests on German Online Tests.
