Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
🌆 How do I improve my Thai in Albany, NY and what are the possibilities in terms of commitment?
Besides self-study with apps, you have four principal choices for learning Thai interactively in Albany, NY. First, universities and community colleges are an especially good idea for in-state residents. Also, research centers for continuing education and professional studies (they are cheaper.) Your second option can be local private language academies that are cheaper and flexible in schedule and requirements. Third, not-for-profit learning centers usually offer cheaper group and more expensive in-person courses. 4th and last, you can opt for a private Thai tutor in Albany, NY. If flexibility is key, you can compare local Albany, NY and online Thai tutors.
🎟 Is it cheap to learn Thai and what do Thai tutors charge?
For university and college courses you can estimate Thai course cost as 1/10th of the yearly tuition (one course is usually 3 out of 30 credit hours offered) to get the overall charge for 1/2 of a hundred class hours each semester. Language academies and individual Thai tutors charge $30-55 an hourly group lesson, with individual classes starting around $50 or more. Some of the more affordable Thai tutors can be found online, with prices on Preply averaging 18 and tutor rates varying widely based on tutor hometown, availability and popularity. Average reviews for Thai lessons on Preply is 4.97 out of 5 stars.
📚 What are the requirements for Thai language skill level to sign up for a course?
When considering college and learning center classes be prepared prove your profeciency level. All classes vary widely in terms of textbook quality, homework commitment and exams, so research all such requirements in advance. With personal Thai tutors you can find reviews for whom the tutor is effective with and which other extras they make available (like teaching children or teens, etc.) For more flexibility, choose a tutor from those teaching online.
🔥 Why is Thai 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 Thai. According to experts, you can gain basic Thai fluency in 300 hours from zero knowledge. Studying and getting feedback 5 hours a week you will be able to understand everyday words, be understood when you talk, do most everyday tasks in about a year. Finding native speakers is not a practical option for everyone, so online classes are a ready and fun way of acquiring the basic knowledge of Thai. After gaining basic skills, online marketplaces like Preply have Thai tutors who specialize in intensive classes for intermediate and advanced speakers.
🤷 How long does it take to achieve a good level of Thai?
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 Thai will necessitate at least 600 hours of practice. The required duration of time can differ quite a bit depending on your existing level of Thai or knowledge of other languages in the same group. After alphabet and basic reading it is advised to use the language as often as possible: watch television, write using your new language skills, find native speakers to speak with, try additional ways to think and speak in Thai out loud. If you're struggling when starting a discusssion you can also take conversational Thai classes online.
🤳 What are my options when choosing the Thai teacher?
In language learning academies, there's a chance you can choose your own tutor (from select few). Online, always! The largest selection of approved Thai tutors with full profiles and comprehensive reviews is available on online language learning 'supermarkets' like Preply.
🗓 What time of day and on which days are classes available?
Colleges usually run classes twice a week over a semester (15-week period). Language schools offer shorter, 8-week, 12-week, and 16-week course sessions. Online, the number of lessons is really up to you, with early morning, day, evening and night classes available, on weekdays and/or weekends.