Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
🌆 How to learn Portuguese in Aberdeen and what are my options in terms of commitment?
Besides self-study using special programs, you have several main opportunities for learning Portuguese interactively in Aberdeen. First, universities and community colleges are an especially good idea for in-state residents. Also, read about centers for continuing education and professional studies (they are a little more affordable.) Your other option can be local commercial language academies that are cheaper and flexible in schedule and requirements. Third, non-profit learning centers usually offer cheaper group and more expensive in-person courses. Fourth, you can find a private Portuguese tutor in Aberdeen. If flexibility is key, you can compare local Aberdeen and online Portuguese tutors.
🎟 Is it expensive to learn Portuguese and what does a lesson with a tutor of Portuguese cost?
For university and college courses you can estimate Portuguese course cost by dividing annual tuition by ten (one course is usually 3 out of 30 credit hours offered) to get the rate for 45-48 class hours each semester. Language schools and independent Portuguese tutors charge $30-55 an hourly group lesson, with private classes starting from $50 or more. Some of the most budget-friendly Portuguese tutors can be found online, with tuition on Preply averaging 17 and tutor rates varying widely based on tutor hometown, positive reviews and popularity. Customer review average for Portuguese lessons on Preply is 4.96 out of 5 stars.
📚 What are the requirements for Portuguese language skill level 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 each program in advance. With personal Portuguese tutors you can read reviews and get a good idea for whom the tutor is effective with and which other extras they make available (like classes for adults, etc.) For maximum flexibility, choose a tutor from many teaching online.
🔥 Why is Portuguese so difficult and are there ways to learn it more effectively?
One-size-fits-all language instruction practiced in schools is not the most effective way to learn Portuguese. Realistically, you can gain basic Portuguese fluency in 300 hours from zero knowledge. Studying and getting feedback 5 hours a week you will be able to understand common expressions, speak on some level, get proficient in daily routines in about a year. Physical language immersion is not a practical option for everyone, so online classes are a rapid and fun way of acquiring the basic knowledge of Portuguese. After mastering basic skills, online marketplaces like Preply have Portuguese tutors who specialize in intensive classes for intermediate and advanced learners.
🤷 How long does it take to achieve a good level of Portuguese?
Some people seem to have a natural ability and learn languages quickly, but for most to go beyond the basics and gain working fluency in Portuguese will demand at least 600 hours of active use. The required duration of time can differ quite a bit depending on your existing level of Portuguese or knowledge of 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, look for native speakers to speak with, try more ways to think and speak in Portuguese out loud. If this is not easy you can also take conversational Portuguese classes online.
🤳 What are my options when choosing the Portuguese instructor?
In language learning academies, you can possibly choose your own tutor (from select few). Online, certainly! The largest selection of tested Portuguese tutors with video profiles and customer reviews is available on online language learning platforms like Preply.
🗓 What's the lesson schedule like?
Colleges as a rule offer classes two times weekly over a semester (15-week period). Language schools typically make available 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.