Practise reading in German at Intermediate (B1), where you read longer passages with opinions and stories, where you follow both the main idea and the specific details. Each short passage comes with comprehension questions, and you can tap any word to see its translation and hear it read aloud. Free, with no ads and no account required.
Seit einem Jahr fährt Jonas jeden Morgen mit dem Fahrrad zur Arbeit. Früher nahm er immer den Bus, doch der war oft überfüllt und kam selten pünktlich. Eines Tages beschloss er, eine andere Lösung zu suchen. Sein Weg führt jetzt am Fluss entlang und dauert ungefähr zwanzig Minuten. Wenn es stark regnet, lässt er das Rad allerdings zu Hause und geht zu Fuß. An solchen Tagen braucht er fast eine halbe Stunde, kommt aber trotzdem zufrieden im Büro an. Seine Kollegen wundern sich oft, dass er morgens so wach und gut gelaunt wirkt. Jonas erklärt ihnen, dass die frische Luft am Morgen ihm hilft, den Kopf frei zu bekommen. Außerdem spart er jeden Monat eine Menge Geld, weil er kein Ticket mehr kaufen muss. Nur im Winter, wenn die Wege glatt und gefährlich sind, denkt er manchmal an den warmen Bus zurück. Trotzdem möchte er seine neue Gewohnheit auf keinen Fall wieder aufgeben.
Why did Jonas stop taking the bus to work?
ABecause the bus was too expensive for him every month.
BBecause it was often crowded and rarely on time.correct
CBecause the route along the river was much shorter by bus.
DBecause his colleagues advised him to cycle instead.
In the app, tap any word to see its translation and hear it read aloud.
German Intermediate (B1)longer passages with opinions and stories, where you follow both the main idea and the specific details.
How it helps you read better
Passages are pitched just above your current level, so almost every word is one you know - the way reading actually builds a language.
Questions test whether you understood the passage, not whether you can match words - each has a short explanation.
Tap any word for an instant translation and hear it spoken, learning vocabulary in context.
Difficulty adapts as you go, and your streak and saved words are kept on your device.
Frequently asked questions
Is it free?
Yes - Comprehendo is completely free, with no ads. You can practise without creating an account; optional Google sign-in only syncs your progress across your devices.
Do I need an account?
No. Your level, streaks and saved words are kept on your device when signed out. Signing in is optional and only used to sync progress across devices.
How does German reading practice work?
Comprehendo generates a short German passage at your level with a few comprehension questions. Tap any word to see its translation and hear it read aloud, so you pick up vocabulary in context as you read.
What levels does it cover?
From A1 (beginner) through to upper-intermediate, with difficulty that adapts as you improve.