Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
🌆 How to learn Thai in Brisbane and what are the possibilities in terms of commitment?
Besides self-study with recorded courses, you have a few primary choices for learning Thai interactively in Brisbane. 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 cheaper.) Your other possibility can be local commercial language academies that are better priced and flexible in schedule and requirements. Third, government-supported learning centers usually offer cheaper group and more expensive in-person courses. Last, you can look for a private Thai tutor in Brisbane. If flexibility is key, you can compare local Brisbane and online Thai tutors.
🎟 Is it expensive to learn Thai and what are the ballpark lesson costs for Thai tutors?
For university and college courses you can estimate Thai 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 independent Thai tutors charge $30-55 per hourly group lesson, with individual classes starting around $50 or more. Some of the most budget-friendly Thai tutors can be found online, with costs on Preply averaging 18 and tutor rates varying widely based on tutor hometown, availability and popularity. Customer review average for Thai lessons on Preply is 4.97 out of 5 stars.
📚 What level of Thai do I need to sign up for a course?
When considering college and learning center classes be prepared pass a few pre-requisites. Planned classes vary widely in terms of textbook quality, homework volume and exams, so research those in advance. With personal Thai tutors you can find out in advance for whom the tutor is effective with and which other specializations they make available (like classes for students of A, B, or C leves, etc.) For maximum flexibility, choose a tutor from those teaching online.
🔥 Why is Thai not easy 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 Thai. As proven by others before, you can gain basic Thai fluency in 300 hours from zero knowledge. Studying and getting feedback a few hours a week you will be able to understand common words, have simple conversations, socialize in about a year. Physical language immersion is not a practical option for everyone, so online classes are a fast and affordable way of acquiring the basic knowledge of Thai. After attaining basic skills, online marketplaces like Preply have Thai tutors who specialize in intensive classes for intermediate and advanced speakers.
🤷 How long does it take to learn Thai?
Some people just have a natural ability and learn languages quickly, but for most to go beyond the basics and gain working fluency in Thai will demand at least 600 hours of active use. The required duration of time can differ significantly depending on your existing level of Thai or familiarity with 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, seek native speakers to speak with, try additional ways to think and speak in Thai out loud. If you're struggling when starting a discusssion you can also take conversational Thai classes online.
🤳 What are my options when choosing the Thai coach?
In learning centers, you can possibly choose your own tutor (from the ones who already work there). Online, absolutely! The largest selection of verified Thai tutors with video profiles and real student reviews is available on online language learning platforms like Preply.
🗓 What's the lesson schedule like?
Colleges as a rule offer classes twice a week over a semester (75-day period). Language schools typically make available 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.