Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
🌆 How to learn Portuguese in Bellevue, WA and what are my options in terms of commitment?
Besides self-study using apps, you have a few main possibilities for learning Portuguese interactively in Bellevue, WA. 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 better priced.) Your second spource can be local private language academies that cost less and flexible in schedule and requirements. Third, international learning centers usually offer cheaper group and more expensive in-person courses. Last, you can find a private Portuguese tutor in Bellevue, WA. If flexibility is key, you can compare local Bellevue, WA and online Portuguese tutors.
🎟 Is it affordable to learn Portuguese and what do Portuguese tutors charge?
For university and college courses you can estimate Portuguese 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 lesson hours each semester. Language schools and private Portuguese tutors charge $30-55 an hourly group lesson, with private classes starting from $50 or more. Some of the more affordable Portuguese tutors can be found online, with prices on Preply averaging 17 and tutor rates varying widely based on tutor hometown, experience and specialization. Average reviews for Portuguese lessons on Preply is 4.97 out of 5 stars.
📚 How much Portuguese do I need to know to sign up for a course?
When considering college and learning center classes be prepared pass a few pre-requisites. 'Canned' classes vary widely in terms of textbook quality, homework volume and testing, so research all such requirements 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 challenging and are there ways to learn it faster?
Standardized language instruction practiced in schools is not the most effective way to learn Portuguese. As proven by others before, you can gain basic Portuguese fluency in 300 hours from zero knowledge. Studying and getting feedback several hours a week you will be able to understand many words, have simple conversations, shop and place orders in about a year. Physical language immersion is not a practical option for everyone, so online classes are a quick and easy 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 speakers.
🤷 How long does it take to learn Portuguese?
Some people have a natural ability and learn languages quickly, but for most to go beyond the basics and gain working fluency in Portuguese will take at least 600 hours of study. The amount of time can differ by a lot depending on your existing level of Portuguese or proficiency in 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 using your new language skills, try to communicate with native speakers to speak with, try more ways to think and speak in Portuguese out loud. If you're struggling when starting a discusssion you can also take conversational Portuguese classes online.
🤳 Can I choose my own Portuguese instructor?
In colleges and universities, you can possibly choose your own tutor (from up to a dozen teachers). Online, of course! The largest selection of tested Portuguese tutors with extensive profiles and customer reviews is available on online language learning platforms like Preply.
🗓 Will I be able to fit lessons in my busy schedule?
Colleges typically offer classes two times weekly over a semester (15-week period). Language schools as a rule give 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.