Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
🌆 How can I master Portuguese in Burnaby and what are the possibilities in terms of commitment?
Besides self-study with special programs, you have four main possibilities for learning Portuguese interactively in Burnaby. 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 less pricey.) Your other spource can be local specialized language academies that are better priced 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 find a private Portuguese tutor in Burnaby. If flexibility is key, you can compare local Burnaby and online Portuguese tutors.
🎟 Is it cheap to learn Portuguese and what do Portuguese tutors charge?
For university and college courses you can estimate Portuguese course cost as one-tenth 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 centers and individual Portuguese tutors charge $30-55 per hourly group lesson, with private classes starting from $50 or more. Some of the more affordable Portuguese tutors can be found online, with tuition on Preply averaging 17 and tutor rates varying widely based on tutor hometown, availability and student demand. Customer review average for Portuguese lessons on Preply is 4.96 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 to show a language test profeciency score or take an entrance test to determine your level. 'Canned' classes vary widely in terms of textbook quality, homework level and tests, so research those in advance. With personal Portuguese tutors you can read real feedback for whom the tutor is effective with and which other specializations they make available (like classes for adults, etc.) For maximum flexibility, choose a tutor from those who are teaching online.
🔥 Why is Portuguese so difficult and are there ways to learn it the easy way?
One-size-fits-all language instruction practiced in schools is not the most effective way to learn Portuguese. Realistically, you can gain basic Portuguese fluency in 300 hours from zero knowledge. Studying and getting feedback five hours a week you will be able to understand everyday sentences, speak on some level, socialize in about a year. Finding native speakers is not a practical option for everyone, so online classes are a fast and fun way of acquiring the basic knowledge of Portuguese. After attaining basic skills, online marketplaces like Preply have Portuguese tutors who specialize in intensive classes for intermediate and advanced learners.
🤷 How long does it take to get better at speaking Portuguese?
Some people just 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 active use. The required duration of time can differ quite a bit depending on your existing level of Portuguese or familiarity with other languages in the same group. As soon as you've learned the basics it is a good idea to use the language as often as possible: watch TV, write using your new language skills, find native speakers to speak with, try as many as possible ways to think and speak in Portuguese out loud. If this is a greater challenge than you had anticipated you can also take conversational Portuguese classes online.
🤳 Can I choose my own Portuguese teacher?
In language learning academies, it's possible that you can choose your own tutor (from the ones who already work there). Online, absolutely! The largest selection of pre-screened Portuguese tutors with detailed profiles and comprehensive reviews is available on online language learning 'supermarkets' like Preply.
🗓 What time of day and on which days are classes available?
Colleges as a rule structure classes two times weekly over a semester (75-day period). Language schools typically make available 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.