Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
🌆 How do I skill up on Ukrainian in Berlin and what are the possibilities in terms of commitment?
Besides self-study using special programs, you have a few key choices for learning Ukrainian interactively in Berlin. 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 second spource can be local specialized language academies that charge less and flexible in schedule and requirements. Third, not-for-profit learning centers usually offer cheaper group and more expensive in-person courses. Fourth, you can choose a private Ukrainian tutor in Berlin. If flexibility is key, you can compare local Berlin and online Ukrainian tutors.
🎟 Is it affordable to learn Ukrainian and what are the ballpark lesson costs for Ukrainian tutors?
For university and college courses you can estimate Ukrainian course cost by dividing annual tuition by ten (one course is usually 3 out of 30 credit hours offered) to get the rate for fifty or so instruction hours each semester. Language academies and private Ukrainian tutors charge $30-55 for hourly group lesson, with individual classes starting around $50 or more. Some of the better priced Ukrainian tutors can be found online, with costs on Preply averaging 18 and tutor rates varying widely based on tutor location, ratings and student demand. Real student rating average for Ukrainian lessons on Preply is 4.9 out of 5 stars.
📚 What are the requirements for Ukrainian language skill level to sign up for a course?
When considering college and learning center classes be prepared prove your profeciency level. 'Canned' classes vary widely in terms of textbook quality, homework load and tests, so research all such requirements in advance. With personal Ukrainian tutors you can read reviews and get a good idea for whom the tutor is effective with and which other expertise they make available (like classes for adults, etc.) For more flexibility, choose a tutor from many teaching online.
🔥 Why is Ukrainian 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 Ukrainian. As proven by others before, you can gain basic Ukrainian fluency in 300 hours from zero knowledge. Studying and getting feedback 5 hours a week you will be able to understand most expressions, speak on some level, socialize in about a year. Relocating is not a practical option for everyone, so online classes are a rapid and fun way of acquiring the basic knowledge of Ukrainian. After mastering basic skills, online marketplaces like Preply have Ukrainian tutors who specialize in intensive classes for intermediate and advanced learners.
🤷 How long does it take to get better at speaking Ukrainian?
Some people just have a natural ability and learn languages quickly, but for most to go beyond the basics and gain working fluency in Ukrainian will require at least 600 hours of active use. The actual range of time can differ quite a bit depending on your already acquired level of Ukrainian 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 news and movies, start a journal or write posts and comments using your new language skills, look for native speakers to speak with, try as many as possible ways to think and speak in Ukrainian out loud. If it's more difficult than you had imagined you can also take conversational Ukrainian classes online.
🤳 Can I choose my own Ukrainian tutor?
In language learning academies, there's a chance you can choose your own tutor (from up to a dozen teachers). Online, always! The largest selection of pre-screened Ukrainian tutors with extensive profiles and true reviews is available on online language learning 'supermarkets' 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 as a rule give 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.