Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
🌆 How do I improve my Hindi in Alexandria, VA and what does it take in terms of commitment?
Besides self-study using recorded courses, you have four main opportunities for learning Hindi interactively in Alexandria, VA. 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 less pricey.) Your second spource can be local private language academies that are better priced 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 look for a private Hindi tutor in Alexandria, VA. If flexibility is key, you can compare local Alexandria, VA and online Hindi tutors.
🎟 Is it expensive to learn Hindi and what do Hindi tutors charge?
For university and college courses you can estimate Hindi course cost as one-tenth of the yearly tuition (one course is usually 3 out of 30 credit hours offered) to get the price of 45-48 instruction hours each semester. Language schools and private Hindi tutors charge $30-55 for hourly group lesson, with private classes starting from $50 or more. Some of the better priced Hindi tutors can be found online, with rates on Preply averaging 12 and tutor rates varying widely based on tutor country of residence, availability and languages the tutor can teach in. Average student satisfaction for Hindi lessons on Preply is 4.91 out of 5 stars.
📚 How much Hindi do I need to know 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. Predetermined curriculum classes vary widely in terms of textbook quality, homework commitment and testing, so research the details in advance. With personal Hindi tutors you can find out in advance 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 a wide selection of those teaching online.
🔥 Why is Hindi so challenging and are there ways to learn it in a better way?
Formal language instruction practiced in schools is not the most effective way to learn Hindi. In reality, you can gain basic Hindi fluency in 300 hours from zero knowledge. Studying and getting feedback a few hours a week you will be able to understand most phrases, be understood when you talk, do most everyday tasks in about a year. Relocating is not a practical option for everyone, so online classes are a ready and fun way of acquiring the basic knowledge of Hindi. After acquiring basic skills, online marketplaces like Preply have Hindi tutors who specialize in intensive classes for intermediate and advanced learners.
🤷 How long does it take to achieve a good level of Hindi?
Some people brag about their 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 practice. The actual range of time can differ a lot depending on your already acquired level of Hindi or knowledge of other languages in the same group. After alphabet and basic reading it is recommended 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 other ways to think and speak in Hindi out loud. If this is not easy you can also take conversational Hindi classes online.
🤳 What are my options when choosing the Hindi teacher?
In language centers, it's possible that you can choose your own tutor (from up to a dozen teachers). Online, certainly! The largest selection of approved Hindi tutors with full profiles and customer reviews is available on online language learning platforms like Preply.
🗓 What time of day and on which days are classes available?
Colleges typically offer classes two times weekly over a semester (15-week period). Language schools typically offer 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.