Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
🌆 How do I improve my Greek in Charlotte, NC and is possible to go light in terms of commitment?
Besides self-study using mobile applications, you have several key options for learning Greek interactively in Charlotte, NC. First, universities and community colleges are an especially good idea for in-state residents. Also, research centers for continuing education and professional studies (they are a little more affordable.) Your 2nd spource can be local for-profit language academies that cost less and flexible in schedule and requirements. Third, international learning centers usually offer cheaper group and more expensive in-person courses. Fourth, you can look for a private Greek tutor in Charlotte, NC. If flexibility is key, you can compare local Charlotte, NC and online Greek tutors.
🎟 How expensive is it to learn Greek and what do Greek tutors charge?
For university and college courses you can estimate Greek course cost by dividing annual tuition by ten (one course is usually 3 out of 30 credit hours offered) to get the rate for about 50 lesson hours each semester. Language centers and private Greek tutors charge $30-55 an hourly group lesson, with private classes starting around $50 or more. Some of the better priced Greek tutors can be found online, with prices on Preply averaging 25 and tutor rates varying widely based on tutor location, positive reviews and languages the tutor can teach in. Average reviews for Greek lessons on Preply is 4.97 out of 5 stars.
📚 How much Greek do I need to know to sign up for a course?
When considering college and learning center classes be prepared prove your profeciency level. All classes vary widely in terms of textbook quality, homework volume and tests, so research all such requirements in advance. With personal Greek tutors you can find reviews for whom the tutor is effective with and which other specializations they make available (like intermediate level practice, advanced students etc.) For more flexibility, choose a tutor from many teaching online.
🔥 Why is Greek not easy and are there ways to learn it faster?
Standardized language instruction practiced in schools is not the most effective way to learn Greek. As proven by others before, you can gain basic Greek fluency in 300 hours from zero knowledge. Studying and getting feedback a few hours a week you will be able to understand everyday expressions, have simple conversations, do most everyday tasks in about a year. Relocating is not a practical option for everyone, so online classes are a fast and easy way of acquiring the basic knowledge of Greek. After acquiring basic skills, online marketplaces like Preply have Greek tutors who specialize in intensive classes for intermediate and advanced students.
🤷 How long does it take to get better at speaking Greek?
Some people just have a natural ability and learn languages quickly, but for most to go beyond the basics and gain working fluency in Greek will take at least 600 hours of study. The length of time can differ by a lot depending on your existing level of Greek or knowledge of other languages in the same group. After alphabet and basic reading it is advised to use the language as often as possible: watch television, 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 Greek out loud. If this is not easy you can also take conversational Greek classes online.
🤳 Can I choose my own Greek tutor?
In language centers, there's a likelyhood you could choose your own tutor (from select few). Online, always! The largest selection of tested Greek tutors with detailed profiles and real student reviews is available on online language learning 'supermarkets' like Preply.
🗓 What's the best time to schedule classes?
Colleges as a rule structure classes two times weekly over a semester (15-week period). Language schools typically have shorter, 8-week, 12-week, and 16-week course sessions. Online, you can choose your own lesson frequency and time, on weekdays and/or weekends.