Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
🌆 How to learn Greek in Henley-on-Thames and is possible to go light in terms of commitment?
Besides self-study with apps, you have 4 principal opportunities for learning Greek interactively in Henley-on-Thames. First, universities and community colleges are an especially good idea for in-state residents. Also, check centers for continuing education and professional studies (they are less pricey.) Your other resource can be local commercial 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. Fourth, you can choose a private Greek tutor in Henley-on-Thames. If flexibility is key, you can compare local Henley-on-Thames and online Greek tutors.
🎟 Is it expensive to learn Greek and what does a lesson with a tutor of Greek cost?
For university and college courses you can estimate Greek course cost by dividing annual tuition by 10 (one course is usually 3 out of 30 credit hours offered) to get the cost of fifty or so lesson hours each semester. Language academies and individual Greek tutors charge $30-55 for hourly group lesson, with individual classes starting from $50 or more. Some of the better priced Greek tutors can be found online, with costs on Preply averaging 25 and tutor rates varying widely based on tutor country of residence, positive reviews and student demand. Customer review average for Greek lessons on Preply is 4.96 out of 5 stars.
📚 What are the requirements for Greek language skill level to sign up for a course?
When considering college and learning center classes be prepared demonstrate proof of your current level. Predetermined curriculum classes vary widely in terms of textbook quality, homework commitment and exams, so research the details in advance. With personal Greek tutors you can read reviews and get a good idea for whom the tutor is effective with and which other specializations they make available (like intermediate level practice, advanced students etc.) For better flexibility, choose a tutor from those teaching online.
🔥 Why is Greek so hard and are there ways to learn it the easy way?
Formal language instruction practiced in schools is not the most effective way to learn Greek. Realistically, you can gain basic Greek fluency in 300 hours from zero knowledge. Studying and getting feedback five hours a week you will be able to understand common sentences, be understood when you talk, socialize in about a year. Offline interaction is not a practical option for everyone, so online classes are a quick and easy way of acquiring the basic knowledge of Greek. After acquiring basic skills, online marketplaces like Preply have Greek tutors who specialize in intensive classes for intermediate and advanced speakers.
🤷 How long does it take to achieve a good level of Greek?
Some people have a natural ability and learn languages quickly, but for most to go beyond the basics and gain working fluency in Greek will take at least 600 hours of study. The amount of time can differ a lot depending on your current level of Greek 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 news and movies, write using your new language skills, find native speakers to speak with, try more ways to think and speak in Greek out loud. If this is a greater challenge than you had anticipated you can also take conversational Greek classes online.
🤳 Can I choose my own Greek teacher?
In colleges and universities, there's a chance you can choose your own tutor (from the ones who already work there). Online, of course! The largest selection of tested Greek tutors with video profiles and comprehensive reviews is available on online language learning platforms like Preply.
🗓 What's the lesson schedule like?
Colleges as a rule structure classes twice a week over a semester (15-week period). Language schools as a rule have 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.