Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
🌆 How can I master Urdu in Auckland and what are my options in terms of commitment?
Besides self-study using apps, you have four key choices for learning Urdu interactively in Auckland. 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 2nd possibility 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 choose a private Urdu tutor in Auckland. If flexibility is key, you can compare local Auckland and online Urdu tutors.
🎟 Is it expensive to learn Urdu and what are the ballpark lesson costs for Urdu tutors?
For university and college courses you can estimate Urdu course cost by dividing annual tuition by ten (one course is usually 3 out of 30 credit hours offered) to get the price of about 50 lesson hours each semester. Language schools and independent Urdu tutors charge $30-55 per hourly group lesson, with private classes starting around $50 or more. Some of the more affordable Urdu tutors can be found online, with costs on Preply averaging 7 and tutor rates varying widely based on tutor geography, experience and popularity. Real student rating average for Urdu lessons on Preply is 4.89 out of 5 stars.
📚 What level of Urdu do I need to sign up for a course?
When considering college and learning center classes be prepared demonstrate proof of your current level. All classes vary widely in terms of textbook quality, homework commitment and tests, so research those in advance. With personal Urdu 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 students of A, B, or C leves, etc.) For more flexibility, choose a tutor from many teaching online.
🔥 Why is Urdu not easy and are there ways to learn it faster?
One-size-fits-all language instruction practiced in schools is not the most effective way to learn Urdu. As proven by others before, you can gain basic Urdu fluency in 300 hours from zero knowledge. Studying and getting feedback 5 hours a week you will be able to understand most expressions, be understood when you talk, shop and place orders in about a year. Relocating is not a practical option for everyone, so online classes are a rapid and enjoyable way of acquiring the basic knowledge of Urdu. After mastering basic skills, online marketplaces like Preply have Urdu tutors who specialize in intensive classes for intermediate and advanced speakers.
🤷 How long does it take to get better at speaking Urdu?
Some people brag about their natural ability and learn languages quickly, but for most to go beyond the basics and gain working fluency in Urdu will necessitate at least 600 hours of study. The actual range of time can differ by a lot depending on your available level of Urdu or proficiency in other languages in the same group. As soon as you've learned the basics it is advised to use the language as often as possible: watch videos, write using your new language skills, look for native speakers to speak with, try other ways to think and speak in Urdu out loud. If this is not easy you can also take conversational Urdu classes online.
🤳 How many possibilities do I choose among when I select the right Urdu coach?
In learning centers, you can possibly choose your own tutor (from the ones who already work there). Online, always! The largest selection of tested Urdu tutors with video profiles and real student reviews is available on online language learning 'supermarkets' like Preply.
🗓 What time of day and on which days are classes available?
Colleges run 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, the number of lessons is really up to you, with early morning, day, evening and night classes available, on weekdays and/or weekends.