Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
🌆 How can I master Portuguese in Guelph and what does it take in terms of commitment?
Besides self-study with mobile applications, you have 4 key choices for learning Portuguese interactively in Guelph. 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 cheaper.) Your other option can be local private language academies that are cheaper and flexible in schedule and requirements. Third, non-profit learning centers usually offer cheaper group and more expensive in-person courses. Finally, you can opt for a private Portuguese tutor in Guelph. If flexibility is key, you can compare local Guelph and online Portuguese tutors.
🎟 Is it expensive to learn Portuguese and what do Portuguese tutors charge?
For university and college courses you can estimate Portuguese course cost as 1/10th of the yearly tuition (one course is usually 3 out of 30 credit hours offered) to get the overall charge for 1/2 of a hundred course hours each semester. Language schools and individual Portuguese tutors charge $30-55 an hourly group lesson, with private classes starting from $50 or more. Some of the less pricey Portuguese tutors can be found online, with tuition on Preply averaging 17 and tutor rates varying widely based on tutor geography, experience and specialization. Average reviews for Portuguese lessons on Preply is 4.96 out of 5 stars.
📚 What are the requirements for Portuguese 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. 'Canned' classes vary widely in terms of textbook quality, homework volume and tests, so research each program in advance. With personal Portuguese tutors you can read real feedback for whom the tutor is effective with and which other expertise they make available (like intermediate level practice, advanced students etc.) For best flexibility, choose a tutor from those teaching online.
🔥 Why is Portuguese so hard and are there ways to learn it faster?
Standardized language instruction practiced in schools is not the most effective way to learn Portuguese. As proven by others before, you can gain basic Portuguese fluency in 300 hours from zero knowledge. Studying and getting feedback several hours a week you will be able to understand everyday expressions, be understood when you talk, shop and place orders 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 Portuguese. After gaining basic skills, online marketplaces like Preply have Portuguese tutors who specialize in intensive classes for intermediate and advanced speakers.
🤷 How long does it take to master Portuguese?
Some people just have a natural ability and learn languages quickly, but for most to go beyond the basics and gain working fluency in Portuguese will require at least 600 hours of study. The actual range of time can differ a lot depending on your available level of Portuguese 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 videos, 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 Portuguese out loud. If this is a greater challenge than you had anticipated you can also take conversational Portuguese classes online.
🤳 Can I choose my own Portuguese tutor?
In language centers, it's possible that you can choose your own tutor (from a limited pool). Online, absolutely! The largest selection of tested Portuguese tutors with full profiles and true reviews is available on online language learning platforms like Preply.
🗓 What time of day and on which days are classes available?
Colleges as a rule structure classes twice a week over a semester (15-week period). Language schools as a rule give 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.