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DELE B1 Speaking Structure & Evaluation Criteria | OralPrep Guide

The DELE B1 speaking test lasts 15 minutes in the exam plus 15 minutes of preparation (Tasks 1-2 only) and includes 4 tasks: prepared presentation (2-3 min), conversation on Task 1 topic (3-4 min), describe a photo + short conversation without preparation (2-3 min), and role-play (2-3 min). Assessment is holistic (40%) plus analytic (60%) on 4 criteria: coherence, fluency, accuracy, and range.

At DELE B1, the speaking test becomes more dynamic: you need to present an idea, interact, and handle a role-play situation.

The official timing is: 15 minutes in the exam plus 15 minutes of preparation (only for Tasks 1–2).

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Structure of the DELE B1 Speaking Test

The test includes four tasks:

1. Short presentation (2–3 minutes)

You prepare a brief monologue about a topic or headline. You choose one of two options.

Tip: use a 3-part plan: context → opinion → example.

2. Conversation (3–4 minutes)

You discuss the topic from Task 1 with the interviewer.

Key skill: respond and justify (“porque”, “por eso”, “sin embargo”).

3. Describe a photo + short conversation (2–3 minutes)

This part has no preparation. You choose one of two photos and describe it, then interact.

Tip: start with a global description, then details, then interpretation.

4. Role-play in a simulated situation (2–3 minutes)

Based on the photo from Task 3, you act out a situation. You receive role cards.

Tip: focus on turn-taking and polite requests.

Official Evaluation Criteria

The evaluation combines:

Holistic assessment (40%) Overall effectiveness and interaction.

Analytic assessment (60%) Four analytic criteria:

Coherence (Coherencia)

Fluency (Fluidez)

Accuracy (Corrección)

Range (Alcance)

Example: a safe opening for Task 1

“Hoy quiero hablar de los beneficios de hacer deporte. En mi opinión, es importante porque mejora la salud y reduce el estrés. Por ejemplo, yo camino todos los días y me siento con más energía.”

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Frequently asked questions

How long is the DELE B1 speaking exam?

15 minutes in the exam plus 15 minutes of preparation (only for Tasks 1-2). Task 3 has no preparation.

What are the four tasks in DELE B1 speaking?

Short presentation (2-3 minutes) on a topic or headline, conversation (3-4 minutes) about the topic, describe a photo plus short conversation (2-3 minutes) with no preparation, and role-play in a simulated situation (2-3 minutes).

What evaluation criteria are used in DELE B1?

Holistic assessment (40%) and analytic assessment (60%) with four criteria: coherence, fluency, accuracy, and range.

What structure should I use for the short presentation?

Use a 3-part plan: context, opinion, and example.

What key skill matters for the conversation task?

The ability to respond and justify your opinions using connectors like 'porque', 'por eso', and 'sin embargo'.