German Typing Test

The German typing test lets you measure and improve your typing speed using real German words. The test loads a German word list, so you practise the vocabulary, spelling and character patterns you actually use in the language.

German features umlauts (ä, ö, ü), the ß character and famously long compound words, which makes it excellent practice for accuracy and rhythm. Whether you are a native speaker or learning German, typing with the right word list builds far more useful muscle memory than practising in a language you do not write in.

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Frequently asked questions

Is the German typing test free?

Yes — practising in German is free, runs in your browser and needs no account or download.

Do I need a German keyboard?

You can type with any keyboard, but a layout that matches German makes special characters easier and will improve your accuracy and speed.

Can I change the test length?

Yes. Once the test loads you can switch between timed tests (15–120 seconds) and word-count tests, all in German.