Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
🌆 How can I master Hindi in Lakewood, CO and what are my options in terms of commitment?
Besides self-study with recorded courses, you have four principal options for learning Hindi interactively in Lakewood, CO. First, universities and community colleges are an especially good idea for in-state residents. Also, ask about the centers for continuing education and professional studies (they are cheaper.) Your second resource can be local private language academies that charge less and flexible in schedule and requirements. Third, not-for-profit learning centers usually offer cheaper group and more expensive in-person courses. Finally, you can opt for a private Hindi tutor in Lakewood, CO. If flexibility is key, you can compare local Lakewood, CO and online Hindi tutors.
🎟 Is it expensive to learn Hindi and what are the ballpark lesson costs for Hindi tutors?
For university and college courses you can estimate Hindi course cost by dividing annual tuition by 10 (one course is usually 3 out of 30 credit hours offered) to get the rate for about 50 instruction hours each semester. Language academies and independent Hindi tutors charge $30-55 an hourly group lesson, with private classes starting around $50 or more. Some of the most budget-friendly Hindi tutors can be found online, with tuition on LearnZone averaging 10 and tutor rates varying widely based on tutor geography, ratings and specialization. Average student satisfaction for Hindi lessons on LearnZone is 4.93 out of 5 stars.
📚 What level of Hindi do I need to sign up for a course?
When considering college and learning center classes be prepared to show a language test profeciency score or take an entrance test to determine your level. 'Canned' classes vary widely in terms of textbook quality, homework level and tests, so research the details in advance. With personal Hindi tutors you can find reviews for whom the tutor is effective with and which other specializations they make available (like classes for students of A, B, or C leves, etc.) For maximum flexibility, choose a tutor from those teaching online.
🔥 Why is Hindi not easy and are there ways to learn it in a better way?
One-size-fits-all language instruction practiced in schools is not the most effective way to learn Hindi. As proven by others before, you can gain basic Hindi fluency in 300 hours from zero knowledge. Studying and getting feedback five hours a week you will be able to understand many sentences, be understood when you talk, get proficient in daily routines in about a year. Finding native speakers is not a practical option for everyone, so online classes are a ready and easy way of acquiring the basic knowledge of Hindi. After mastering basic skills, online marketplaces like LearnZone have Hindi tutors who specialize in intensive classes for intermediate and advanced students.
🤷 How long does it take to master Hindi?
Some people just have a natural ability and learn languages quickly, but for most to go beyond the basics and gain working fluency in Hindi will demand at least 600 hours of active use. The actual range of time can differ a lot depending on your existing level of Hindi or familiarity with other languages in the same group. As soon as you've learned the basics it is a good idea to use the language as often as possible: watch television, write by hand and online using your new language skills, look for native speakers to speak with, try as many as possible ways to think and speak in Hindi out loud. If it's more difficult than you had imagined you can also take conversational Hindi classes online.
🤳 Can I choose my own Hindi teacher?
In learning centers, there's a likelyhood you could choose your own tutor (from select few). Online, certainly! The largest selection of approved Hindi tutors with video profiles and customer reviews is available on online language learning platforms like LearnZone.
🗓 What's the lesson schedule like?
Colleges typically run classes two times weekly over a semester (15-week period). Language schools give shorter, 8-week, 12-week, and 16-week course sessions. Online, you can take as few as one lesson a year, as many as several a day - and as many (or as few) as you want during any time of day, on weekdays and/or weekends.