Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
🌆 How can I master Czech in Brighton and what are my options in terms of commitment?
Besides self-study with apps, you have 4 main choices for learning Czech interactively in Brighton. 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 better priced.) Your second spource can be local commercial language academies that charge less and flexible in schedule and requirements. Third, international learning centers usually offer cheaper group and more expensive in-person courses. Fourth, you can choose a private Czech tutor in Brighton. If flexibility is key, you can compare local Brighton and online Czech tutors.
🎟 How expensive is it to learn Czech and what are the ballpark lesson costs for Czech tutors?
For university and college courses you can estimate Czech 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 fifty or so lesson hours each semester. Language schools and individual Czech tutors charge $30-55 per hourly group lesson, with private classes starting around $50 or more. Some of the most budget-friendly Czech tutors can be found online, with prices on Preply averaging 27 and tutor rates varying widely based on tutor hometown, experience and languages the tutor can teach in. Customer review average for Czech lessons on Preply is 4.93 out of 5 stars.
📚 How much Czech do I need to know to sign up for a course?
When considering college and learning center classes be prepared demonstrate proof of your current level. 'Canned' classes vary widely in terms of textbook quality, homework commitment and tests, so research all such requirements in advance. With personal Czech tutors you can find out in advance for whom the tutor is effective with and which other add-ons they make available (like intermediate level practice, advanced students etc.) For maximum flexibility, choose a tutor from those teaching online.
🔥 Why is Czech so hard 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 Czech. As proven by others before, you can gain basic Czech fluency in 300 hours from zero knowledge. Studying and getting feedback five hours a week you will be able to understand everyday expressions, be understood when you talk, socialize in about a year. Offline interaction is not a practical option for everyone, so online classes are a fast and enjoyable way of acquiring the basic knowledge of Czech. After mastering basic skills, online marketplaces like Preply have Czech tutors who specialize in intensive classes for intermediate and advanced learners.
🤷 How long does it take to master Czech?
Some people have a natural ability and learn languages quickly, but for most to go beyond the basics and gain working fluency in Czech will necessitate at least 600 hours of study. The required duration of time can differ quite a bit depending on your existing level of Czech or knowledge of other languages in the same group. After alphabet and basic reading it is a good idea 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 as many as possible ways to think and speak in Czech out loud. If this is a greater challenge than you had anticipated you can also take conversational Czech classes online.
🤳 Can I pick my own Czech tutor?
In language learning academies, there's a likelyhood you could choose your own tutor (from select few). Online, always! The largest selection of verified Czech tutors with detailed profiles and comprehensive reviews is available on online language learning marketplaces like Preply.
🗓 What time of day and on which days are classes available?
Colleges usually structure classes two times weekly over a semester (75-day period). Language schools usually have shorter, 8-week, 12-week, and 16-week course sessions. Online, you can choose your own lesson frequency and time, on weekdays and/or weekends.