Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
🌆 How to learn Korean in Auckland and what are my options in terms of commitment?
Besides self-study with apps, you have a few main possibilities for learning Korean interactively in Auckland. 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 second possibility can be local specialized 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 Korean tutor in Auckland. If flexibility is key, you can compare local Auckland and online Korean tutors.
🎟 Is it expensive to learn Korean and what does a lesson with a tutor of Korean cost?
For university and college courses you can estimate Korean course cost as one-tenth 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 instruction hours each semester. Language centers and private Korean tutors charge $30-55 per hourly group lesson, with individual classes starting around $50 or more. Some of the most budget-friendly Korean tutors can be found online, with costs on Preply averaging 21 and tutor rates varying widely based on tutor country of residence, ratings and languages the tutor can teach in. Customer review average for Korean lessons on Preply is 4.96 out of 5 stars.
📚 What level of Korean do I need to sign up for a course?
When considering college and learning center classes be prepared pass a few pre-requisites. Predetermined curriculum classes vary widely in terms of textbook quality, homework level and graded tasks, so research those in advance. With personal Korean tutors you can read real feedback for whom the tutor is effective with and which other expertise they make available (like intermediate level practice, advanced students etc.) For better flexibility, choose a tutor from those teaching online.
🔥 Why is Korean so difficult and are there ways to learn it the easy way?
Formal language instruction practiced in schools is not the most effective way to learn Korean. In reality, you can gain basic Korean fluency in 300 hours from zero knowledge. Studying and getting feedback 5 hours a week you will be able to understand many words, speak on some level, get proficient in daily routines in about a year. Finding native speakers is not a practical option for everyone, so online classes are a quick and easy way of acquiring the basic knowledge of Korean. After mastering basic skills, online marketplaces like Preply have Korean tutors who specialize in intensive classes for intermediate and advanced learners.
🤷 How long does it take to get better at speaking Korean?
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 Korean will necessitate at least 600 hours of study. The length of time can differ a lot depending on your current level of Korean or proficiency in other languages in the same group. As soon as you've learned the basics it is recommended to use the language as often as possible: watch videos, write by hand and online using your new language skills, look for native speakers to speak with, try additional ways to think and speak in Korean out loud. If this is not easy you can also take conversational Korean classes online.
🤳 What are my options when choosing the Korean teacher?
In language centers, you can possibly choose your own tutor (from up to a dozen teachers). Online, of course! The largest selection of tested Korean tutors with extensive profiles and true reviews is available on online language learning 'supermarkets' like Preply.
🗓 What's the best time to schedule classes?
Colleges as a rule run classes two times weekly over a semester (75-day period). Language schools as a rule offer shorter, 8-week, 12-week, and 16-week course sessions. Online, allows the flexibility to schedule lessons around your commitments, on weekdays and/or weekends.