Entri German A1 Test
Sprechen (Speaking) — Question 3 of 20

You did not understand what someone said. What is the most polite thing to say?

Answer Options

AWas?!
BEntschuldigung, könnten Sie das bitte wiederholen?✓ Correct
CIch höre nicht.
DSprechen Sie nicht so schnell!
💡 Explanation: "Entschuldigung, könnten Sie das bitte wiederholen?" (Excuse me, could you please repeat that?) is the polite standard phrase.

Understanding this German A1 Question

This question is from the Sprechen (Speaking) section of the German A1 exam. Speaking questions test your knowledge of polite phrases and conversational German for common A1 scenarios: introductions, requests, apologies, and everyday interactions.