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DELE B2 Speaking Structure & Evaluation Criteria | OralPrep Guide

The DELE B2 speaking test lasts 20 minutes in the exam plus 20 minutes of preparation (Tasks 1-2) and has 3 tasks: evaluate proposals — monologue + conversation (6-7 min, 35%), describe a situation from a photo (5-6 min, 35%), and spontaneous conversation on a survey/news topic with no preparation (3-4 min, 30%). The 4 analytic criteria are coherence, fluency, accuracy, and range.

The DELE B2 speaking test (Prueba de Expresión e Interacción Orales) expects you to argue, describe, and react spontaneously.

The official timing is: 20 minutes in the exam plus 20 minutes of preparation (Tasks 1–2).

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Structure of the DELE B2 Speaking Test

The test has three tasks:

1. Evaluate proposals (6–7 minutes)

You discuss 5–7 proposals to solve a problem. It includes a short monologue and a conversation.

Tip: compare options: “La mejor opción es… porque…”

Tip: show nuance: “Entiendo la idea, pero…”

2. Describe a situation from a photo (5–6 minutes)

You prepare this task. You choose one of two options, then you describe and discuss.

Tip: describe → interpret → give an opinion.

3. Give opinions about a survey/news (3–4 minutes)

This part is spontaneous. You comment on data from a survey or a short news item.

Tip: use opinion markers: “Creo que…”, “Desde mi punto de vista…”

Official Evaluation Criteria

The evaluation is: Holistic (40%) + Analytic (60%).

Task weights are official:

Task 1: 35%

Task 2: 35%

Task 3: 30%

Analytic criteria:

Coherence (Coherencia)

Fluency (Fluidez)

Accuracy (Corrección)

Range / lexical range (Alcance / Rango léxico)

Example: a strong opener for Task 1

“Para resolver este problema, creo que la opción más eficaz es mejorar el transporte público. En primer lugar, reduce el tráfico. Además, es más sostenible. Sin embargo, requiere inversión y tiempo.”

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Frequently asked questions

How long is the DELE B2 speaking exam?

20 minutes in the exam plus 20 minutes of preparation (Tasks 1-2).

What are the three tasks in DELE B2 speaking?

Evaluate proposals (6-7 minutes), describe a situation from a photo (5-6 minutes), and give opinions about a survey or news (3-4 minutes, spontaneous).

What are the evaluation criteria?

Holistic (40%) plus analytic (60%). Analytic criteria are: coherence, fluency, accuracy, and range/lexical range.

What are the official task weights?

Task 1 is 35%, Task 2 is 35%, and Task 3 is 30%.

How should I describe and interpret a photo?

Follow a three-step approach: describe the situation, interpret what is happening, and give your opinion.