DELE A1 Spanish Study Guide & Exam Questions
Published by Brixus DELE A1 study guide and exam questions to learn Spanish from zero for the A1 diploma.
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DELE A1 Spanish study guide with hundreds of interactive exam questions
Preparing for the DELE A1, the Instituto Cervantes Diploma de español nivel A1, with no Spanish yet? This book takes you from your first greeting to exam day. It covers all four DELE A1 tests (reading comprehension, listening comprehension, written expression and interaction, and oral expression and interaction) in plain English, then lets you test yourself on every topic with interactive exam questions and instant feedback.
Points that often trip beginners up, like ser vs. estar, tú vs. usted, hay vs. está for saying where things are, gustar ("me gusta") and word stress with written accents, are explained step by step and practised straight away.
What's inside
One chapter per topic area, from greetings and personal details to food, shopping, work and travel, ending with a full chapter on DELE A1 exam strategy
Exam-strategy pages for every DELE A1 task: all four reading tasks, all four listening tasks, the form and the message for writing, and the personal presentation and conversation for speaking
Audio dialogues you can replay at slower speed, with the English translation one tap away
Exam questions in many formats: multiple choice, matching, true/false, drag-and-drop gap-fill and typed translations with an on-screen accent keyboard
Instant feedback on every answer, so you know what to review before exam day
A glossary of every key word and phrase with an example sentence and audio, plus flashcards for revision
Who it's for
Complete beginners who want an official Spanish certificate: travellers and people moving to a Spanish-speaking country, students who need proof of their level, and anyone who wants a clear first step toward the DELE A2. The DELE A1 certifies that you can understand and use everyday expressions, give basic personal information and handle simple conversations when people speak slowly and clearly.
FAQ
Do I need to know any Spanish? No. The book starts from zero, with greetings, the alphabet and spelling your name, and builds up chapter by chapter.
Does it follow the current DELE A1 exam? Yes. The exam-strategy chapter follows the current DELE A1 structure published by the Instituto Cervantes. Check the official exam page below for the latest details.
Is DELE A1 enough for Spanish nationality? No. Spanish nationality by residence asks for DELE A2 or higher. DELE A1 is the first step on that path.
Is it enough to pass? It covers every part of the exam and gives you hundreds of questions to practise with. Working through the official sample materials from the Instituto Cervantes as well is the best way to confirm you're ready.
Official Instituto Cervantes resources (in Spanish)
Brixus is not affiliated with or endorsed by the Instituto Cervantes. DELE diplomas are awarded by the Instituto Cervantes on behalf of Spain's Ministry of Education and Vocational Training.
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- Getting Started
- People, Home, and Time
- Food, Shopping, and Town
- Study, Work, and Leisure
- Descriptions and Public Life
- DELE A1 Exam Strategy
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- 1It is 09:30 and you are greeting a receptionist. Which expression is the most appropriate?
On page - 2A friend tells you they have passed an important exam. Which Spanish expression best responds to that good news?
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- 1Translate: "How is it spelled?"
On page - 2Leo spells his name for Mia. Write it down.
On page - 3Match each Spanish spelling feature to its usual pronunciation in Latin America.
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- 1[1] Mia.
On page - 2Ana is a woman from Spain. Which statement gives both her nationality and her country naturally?
On page - 3Which country does Mia name in the recording?
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- 1Which country does the speaker come from?
On page - 2A man from Colombia is introducing himself. Which sentence is correct?
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- 1A speaker points to Leo and asks who he is. Which Spanish question is appropriate?
On page - 2Conjugate ser (to be) in the present tense.
On page VerbsIrregular verbsPresent tense - 3Which statement correctly identifies Mia, a woman, as a teacher?
On page - 4You are speaking to several classmates. Which form completes “Ustedes ___ estudiantes”?
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- 1You are greeting an older woman you do not know. Which question fits?
On page - 2Someone says "Gracias" after you help them. What do you reply?
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