Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
🌆 How can I master Japanese in Chennai and what are my options in terms of commitment?
Besides self-study using recorded courses, you have a few key possibilities for learning Japanese interactively in Chennai. 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 second option can be local specialized 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. Finally, you can choose a private Japanese tutor in Chennai. If flexibility is key, you can compare local Chennai and online Japanese tutors.
🎟 How expensive is it to learn Japanese and what do Japanese tutors charge?
For university and college courses you can estimate Japanese 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 fifty or so instruction hours each semester. Language centers and individual Japanese tutors charge $30-55 per hourly group lesson, with individual classes starting around $50 or more. Some of the more affordable Japanese tutors can be found online, with tuition on Preply averaging 19 and tutor rates varying widely based on tutor location, experience and popularity. Average student satisfaction for Japanese lessons on Preply is 4.96 out of 5 stars.
📚 What level of Japanese do I need to sign up for a course?
When considering college and learning center classes be prepared pass a few pre-requisites. All classes vary widely in terms of textbook quality, homework volume and exams, so research each program in advance. With personal Japanese tutors you can read real feedback for whom the tutor is effective with and which other extras they make available (like classes for adults, etc.) For more flexibility, choose a tutor from many teaching online.
🔥 Why is Japanese not easy and are there ways to learn it in a better way?
Formal language instruction practiced in schools is not the most effective way to learn Japanese. In reality, you can gain basic Japanese fluency in 300 hours from zero knowledge. Studying and getting feedback several hours a week you will be able to understand most phrases, speak on some level, shop and place orders in about a year. Relocating is not a practical option for everyone, so online classes are a fast and enjoyable way of acquiring the basic knowledge of Japanese. After mastering basic skills, online marketplaces like Preply have Japanese tutors who specialize in intensive classes for intermediate and advanced level practitioners.
🤷 How long does it take to learn Japanese?
Some people just have a natural ability and learn languages quickly, but for most to go beyond the basics and gain working fluency in Japanese will require at least 600 hours of practice. The length of time can differ a lot depending on your current level of Japanese 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 videos, start a journal or write posts and comments using your new language skills, look for native speakers to speak with, try more ways to think and speak in Japanese out loud. If this is not easy you can also take conversational Japanese classes online.
🤳 Can I pick my own Japanese instructor?
In language centers, it's possible that you can choose your own tutor (from a limited pool). Online, of course! The largest selection of tested Japanese tutors with extensive profiles and customer reviews is available on online language learning marketplaces like Preply.
🗓 What's the best time to schedule classes?
Colleges typically schedule classes twice a week 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.