Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
🌆 How to learn Ukrainian in Burnaby and is possible to go light in terms of commitment?
Besides self-study with recorded courses, you have four primary possibilities for learning Ukrainian interactively in Burnaby. 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 a little more affordable.) Your other option can be local specialized 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. 4th and last, you can find a private Ukrainian tutor in Burnaby. If flexibility is key, you can compare local Burnaby and online Ukrainian tutors.
🎟 Is it cheap to learn Ukrainian and what do Ukrainian tutors charge?
For university and college courses you can estimate Ukrainian course cost as 1/10th of the yearly tuition (one course is usually 3 out of 30 credit hours offered) to get the price of 45-48 class hours each semester. Language academies and individual Ukrainian tutors charge $30-55 an hourly group lesson, with private classes starting from $50 or more. Some of the more affordable Ukrainian tutors can be found online, with prices on Preply averaging 18 and tutor rates varying widely based on tutor geography, positive reviews and popularity. Average reviews for Ukrainian lessons on Preply is 4.9 out of 5 stars.
📚 What level of Ukrainian do I need to sign up for a course?
When considering college and learning center classes be prepared pass a few pre-requisites. 'Canned' classes vary widely in terms of textbook quality, homework commitment and testing, so research all such requirements in advance. With personal Ukrainian tutors you can find reviews for whom the tutor is effective with and which other extras they make available (like intermediate level practice, advanced students etc.) For better flexibility, choose a tutor from those teaching online.
🔥 Why is Ukrainian so hard 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 Ukrainian. Realistically, you can gain basic Ukrainian fluency in 300 hours from zero knowledge. Studying and getting feedback a few hours a week you will be able to understand everyday phrases, express yourself, socialize in about a year. Offline interaction is not a practical option for everyone, so online classes are a ready and affordable 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 speakers.
🤷 How long does it take to learn 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 necessitate at least 600 hours of active use. The amount of time can differ a lot depending on your already acquired level of Ukrainian or knowledge of 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 TV, try typing using your new language skills, seek native speakers to speak with, try more ways to think and speak in Ukrainian out loud. If this is not easy you can also take conversational Ukrainian classes online.
🤳 Can I choose my own Ukrainian coach?
In colleges and universities, it's possible that you can choose your own tutor (from a limited pool). Online, certainly! The largest selection of tested Ukrainian tutors with detailed profiles and customer reviews is available on online language learning marketplaces like Preply.
🗓 Will I be able to fit lessons in my busy schedule?
Colleges usually run classes two times weekly over a semester (15-week period). Language schools usually have 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.