Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
🌆 How to learn Turkish in Denver, CO and what are my options in terms of commitment?
Besides self-study using special programs, you have 4 main possibilities for learning Turkish interactively in Denver, CO. 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 better priced.) Your other option can be local specialized 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. Last, you can look for a private Turkish tutor in Denver, CO. If flexibility is key, you can compare local Denver, CO and online Turkish tutors.
🎟 How expensive is it to learn Turkish and how much should Turkish tutors ask?
For university and college courses you can estimate Turkish course cost by dividing annual tuition by ten (one course is usually 3 out of 30 credit hours offered) to get the price of about 50 lesson hours each semester. Language academies and independent Turkish tutors charge $30-55 per hourly group lesson, with private classes starting from $50 or more. Some of the better priced Turkish tutors can be found online, with costs on Preply averaging 15 and tutor rates varying widely based on tutor location, positive reviews and languages the tutor can teach in. Customer review average for Turkish lessons on Preply is 4.94 out of 5 stars.
📚 What are the requirements for Turkish language skill level 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 volume and testing, so research each program in advance. With personal Turkish tutors you can find reviews for whom the tutor is effective with and which other add-ons they make available (like intermediate level practice, advanced students etc.) For better flexibility, choose a tutor from many teaching online.
🔥 Why is Turkish not easy and are there ways to learn it faster?
Standardized language instruction practiced in schools is not the most effective way to learn Turkish. In reality, you can gain basic Turkish fluency in 300 hours from zero knowledge. Studying and getting feedback 5 hours a week you will be able to understand many sentences, be understood when you talk, get proficient in daily routines in about a year. Physical language immersion is not a practical option for everyone, so online classes are a fast and enjoyable way of acquiring the basic knowledge of Turkish. After attaining basic skills, online marketplaces like Preply have Turkish tutors who specialize in intensive classes for intermediate and advanced level practitioners.
🤷 How long does it take to achieve a good level of Turkish?
Some people brag about their natural ability and learn languages quickly, but for most to go beyond the basics and gain working fluency in Turkish will require at least 600 hours of practice. The actual range of time can differ by a lot depending on your already acquired level of Turkish or knowledge of other languages in the same group. After alphabet and basic reading it is best to use the language as often as possible: watch television, try typing using your new language skills, try to communicate with native speakers to speak with, try as many as possible ways to think and speak in Turkish out loud. If you're struggling when starting a discusssion you can also take conversational Turkish classes online.
🤳 How many possibilities do I choose among when I select the right Turkish instructor?
In language centers, there's a likelyhood you could choose your own tutor (from a limited pool). Online, always! The largest selection of tested Turkish 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 structure classes two times weekly over a semester (75-day 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.