Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
🌆 How to learn Dutch in Brooklyn, NY and what does it take in terms of commitment?
Besides self-study using mobile applications, you have 4 primary possibilities for learning Dutch interactively in Brooklyn, NY. 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 less pricey.) Your 2nd spource can be local commercial language academies that are cheaper and flexible in schedule and requirements. Third, government-supported learning centers usually offer cheaper group and more expensive in-person courses. Fourth, you can opt for a private Dutch tutor in Brooklyn, NY. If flexibility is key, you can compare local Brooklyn, NY and online Dutch tutors.
🎟 Is it affordable to learn Dutch and how much should Dutch tutors ask?
For university and college courses you can estimate Dutch course cost as one-tenth of the yearly tuition (one course is usually 3 out of 30 credit hours offered) to get the price of 45-48 lesson hours each semester. Language academies and independent Dutch tutors charge $30-55 an hourly group lesson, with private classes starting from $50 or more. Some of the more affordable Dutch tutors can be found online, with tuition on Preply averaging 36 and tutor rates varying widely based on tutor hometown, positive reviews and languages the tutor can teach in. Average student satisfaction for Dutch lessons on Preply is 4.93 out of 5 stars.
📚 How much Dutch do I need to know to sign up for a course?
When considering college and learning center classes be prepared prove your profeciency level. Planned classes vary widely in terms of textbook quality, homework load and graded tasks, so research the details in advance. With personal Dutch tutors you can find out in advance for whom the tutor is effective with and which other add-ons they make available (like instruction for beginners, etc.) For best flexibility, choose a tutor from those teaching online.
🔥 Why is Dutch so hard and are there ways to learn it the easy way?
Standardized language instruction practiced in schools is not the most effective way to learn Dutch. As proven by others before, you can gain basic Dutch fluency in 300 hours from zero knowledge. Studying and getting feedback several hours a week you will be able to understand many expressions, be understood when you talk, get proficient in daily routines in about a year. Finding native speakers is not a practical option for everyone, so online classes are a ready and enjoyable way of acquiring the basic knowledge of Dutch. After gaining basic skills, online marketplaces like Preply have Dutch tutors who specialize in intensive classes for intermediate and advanced level practitioners.
🤷 How long does it take to achieve a good level of Dutch?
Some people have a natural ability and learn languages quickly, but for most to go beyond the basics and gain working fluency in Dutch will demand at least 600 hours of study. The actual range of time can differ significantly depending on your available level of Dutch or proficiency in other languages in the same group. After alphabet and basic reading it is best to use the language as often as possible: watch television, write by hand and online using your new language skills, find native speakers to speak with, try other ways to think and speak in Dutch out loud. If it's more difficult than you had imagined you can also take conversational Dutch classes online.
🤳 Can I pick my own Dutch tutor?
In colleges and universities, there's a chance you can choose your own tutor (from the ones who already work there). Online, certainly! The largest selection of pre-screened Dutch tutors with full profiles and real student reviews is available on online language learning 'supermarkets' like Preply.
🗓 Will I be able to fit lessons in my busy schedule?
Colleges as a rule run classes twice a week over a semester (15-week period). Language schools typically 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.