DELE · Preparation
DELE B1 Prep: ~260 hrs, ~26 weeks
Most learners need 10–15 hours per week of focused study. Adjust this plan based on your background and target date.
| Suggested study hours | 260 hours | Approx. 10–15 hrs/week |
|---|---|---|
| Suggested weeks | 26 weeks | Includes review and mock tests |
| Daily target | 60–90 minutes | Listening/reading practice fixed 20 min |
Three-phase study plan
- 1–4 semanas: Gramática y tiempos verbales.
- 5–12 semanas: Vocabulario y comprensión.
- 13+26 semanas: Expresión escrita y oral.
Common mistakes to avoid
- Confundir pretérito indefinido e imperfecto.
- Olvidar el subjuntivo cuando se requiere.
- Errores de género y número.
Material suggestions
Use the official framework syllabus as your primary reference, supplemented with practice materials aligned with the format. U2C provides free practice exercises following each level's skill requirements.
Next step
Framework: DELE. Instituto Cervantes: https://www.cervantes.es/. Updated: 2026-11-02.