Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
🌆 How to learn Polish in Cambridge and what are my options in terms of commitment?
Besides self-study with apps, you have four primary possibilities for learning Polish interactively in Cambridge. 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 cheaper.) Your 2nd option can be local private language academies that cost less 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 look for a private Polish tutor in Cambridge. If flexibility is key, you can compare local Cambridge and online Polish tutors.
🎟 Is it affordable to learn Polish and what does a lesson with a tutor of Polish cost?
For university and college courses you can estimate Polish course cost as 1/10th of the yearly tuition (one course is usually 3 out of 30 credit hours offered) to get the rate for 1/2 of a hundred lesson hours each semester. Language schools and independent Polish tutors charge $30-55 an hourly group lesson, with private classes starting around $50 or more. Some of the most budget-friendly Polish tutors can be found online, with tuition on Preply averaging 22 and tutor rates varying widely based on tutor geography, positive reviews and popularity. Average student satisfaction for Polish lessons on Preply is 4.95 out of 5 stars.
📚 What level of Polish do I need to sign up for a course?
When considering college and learning center classes be prepared prove your profeciency level. 'Canned' classes vary widely in terms of textbook quality, homework volume and testing, so research all such requirements in advance. With personal Polish 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 many teaching online.
🔥 Why is Polish not easy and are there ways to learn it more effectively?
Standardized language instruction practiced in schools is not the most effective way to learn Polish. In reality, you can gain basic Polish fluency in 300 hours from zero knowledge. Studying and getting feedback several hours a week you will be able to understand everyday phrases, be understood when you talk, shop and place orders in about a year. Offline interaction is not a practical option for everyone, so online classes are a ready and fun way of acquiring the basic knowledge of Polish. After gaining basic skills, online marketplaces like Preply have Polish tutors who specialize in intensive classes for intermediate and advanced level practitioners.
🤷 How long does it take to learn Polish?
Some people seem to have a natural ability and learn languages quickly, but for most to go beyond the basics and gain working fluency in Polish will require at least 600 hours of active use. The required duration of time can differ by a lot depending on your available level of Polish 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 news and movies, start a journal or write posts and comments using your new language skills, try to communicate with native speakers to speak with, try other ways to think and speak in Polish out loud. If it's more difficult than you had imagined you can also take conversational Polish classes online.
🤳 Can I choose my own Polish instructor?
In language centers, you can possibly choose your own tutor (from a limited pool). Online, always! The largest selection of verified Polish tutors with video profiles and real student reviews is available on online language learning platforms like Preply.
🗓 What's the best time to schedule classes?
Colleges run classes twice a week over a semester (75-day period). Language schools usually 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.