Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
🌆 How can I master Hindi in Greece, NY and is possible to go light in terms of commitment?
Besides self-study with recorded courses, you have several primary choices for learning Hindi interactively in Greece, NY. First, universities and community colleges are an especially good idea for in-state residents. Also, read about centers for continuing education and professional studies (they are better priced.) Your other spource can be local specialized language academies that charge less and flexible in schedule and requirements. Third, not-for-profit learning centers usually offer cheaper group and more expensive in-person courses. 4th and last, you can look for a private Hindi tutor in Greece, NY. If flexibility is key, you can compare local Greece, NY and online Hindi tutors.
🎟 Is it cheap to learn Hindi and what do Hindi tutors charge?
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 cost of fifty or so instruction hours each semester. Language schools and private Hindi tutors charge $30-55 for hourly group lesson, with individual classes starting around $50 or more. Some of the better priced Hindi tutors can be found online, with rates on Preply averaging 12 and tutor rates varying widely based on tutor geography, availability and languages the tutor can teach in. Average student satisfaction for Hindi lessons on Preply is 4.91 out of 5 stars.
📚 What are the requirements for Hindi language skill level 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. All classes vary widely in terms of textbook quality, homework commitment and exams, so research the details in advance. With personal Hindi tutors you can find out in advance for whom the tutor is effective with and which other expertise they make available (like classes for adults, etc.) For more flexibility, choose a tutor from those who are teaching online.
🔥 Why is Hindi 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 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 many sentences, be understood when you talk, socialize in about a year. Relocating is not a practical option for everyone, so online classes are a quick and easy way of acquiring the basic knowledge of Hindi. After gaining basic skills, online marketplaces like Preply have Hindi tutors who specialize in intensive classes for intermediate and advanced level practitioners.
🤷 How long does it take to learn 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 active use. The amount of time can differ by a lot depending on your current level of Hindi or familiarity with other languages in the same group. After alphabet and basic reading it is recommended to use the language as often as possible: watch TV, try typing using your new language skills, find native speakers to speak with, try additional ways to think and speak in Hindi out loud. If it's more difficult than you had imagined you can also take conversational Hindi classes online.
🤳 Can I pick my own Hindi coach?
In learning centers, you can possibly choose your own tutor (from select few). Online, always! The largest selection of tested Hindi tutors with video profiles and real student reviews is available on online language learning platforms like Preply.
🗓 What's the lesson schedule like?
Colleges schedule classes two times weekly over a semester (15-week period). Language schools have 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.