Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
🌆 How can I master Hindi in Durham, NC and what are my options in terms of commitment?
Besides self-study using apps, you have 4 principal opportunities for learning Hindi interactively in Durham, NC. 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 second option can be local for-profit language academies that are better priced and flexible in schedule and requirements. Third, not-for-profit learning centers usually offer cheaper group and more expensive in-person courses. Finally, you can opt for a private Hindi tutor in Durham, NC. If flexibility is key, you can compare local Durham, NC and online Hindi tutors.
🎟 Is it expensive to learn Hindi and what are the ballpark lesson costs for Hindi tutors?
For university and college courses you can estimate Hindi 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 1/2 of a hundred lesson hours each semester. Language academies and independent Hindi tutors charge $30-55 per hourly group lesson, with individual classes starting from $50 or more. Some of the better priced Hindi tutors can be found online, with costs on Preply averaging 12 and tutor rates varying widely based on tutor hometown, experience and specialization. Customer review average for Hindi lessons on Preply is 4.91 out of 5 stars.
📚 How much Hindi do I need to know to sign up for a course?
When considering college and learning center classes be prepared to show a language test profeciency score or take an entrance test to determine your level. Predetermined curriculum classes vary widely in terms of textbook quality, homework volume and testing, so research the details in advance. With personal Hindi tutors you can read reviews and get a good idea for whom the tutor is effective with and which other expertise they make available (like classes for students of A, B, or C leves, etc.) For best flexibility, choose a tutor from those who are teaching online.
🔥 Why is Hindi so challenging and are there ways to learn it the easy way?
Standardized language instruction practiced in schools is not the most effective way to learn Hindi. As proven by others before, you can gain basic Hindi fluency in 300 hours from zero knowledge. Studying and getting feedback several hours a week you will be able to understand common words, express yourself, get proficient in daily routines 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 Hindi. After mastering basic skills, online marketplaces like Preply have Hindi tutors who specialize in intensive classes for intermediate and advanced learners.
🤷 How long does it take to master Hindi?
Some people just have a natural ability and learn languages quickly, but for most to go beyond the basics and gain working fluency in Hindi will necessitate at least 600 hours of study. The length of time can differ by a lot depending on your current level of Hindi or proficiency in other languages in the same group. As soon as you've learned the basics it is best to use the language as often as possible: watch television, write by hand and online using your new language skills, try to communicate with native speakers to speak with, try other ways to think and speak in Hindi out loud. If you're struggling when starting a discusssion you can also take conversational Hindi classes online.
🤳 Can I choose my own Hindi teacher?
In language learning academies, you can possibly choose your own tutor (from up to a dozen teachers). Online, always! The largest selection of approved Hindi tutors with extensive profiles and customer reviews is available on online language learning 'supermarkets' like Preply.
🗓 What time of day and on which days are classes available?
Colleges typically schedule classes twice a week over a semester (15-week period). Language schools typically make available shorter, 8-week, 12-week, and 16-week course sessions. Online, allows the flexibility to schedule lessons around your commitments, on weekdays and/or weekends.