Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
🌆 How do I skill up on Thai in Lethbridge and what does it take in terms of commitment?
Besides self-study with apps, you have a few key possibilities for learning Thai interactively in Lethbridge. 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 cheaper.) Your other possibility can be local private language academies that charge less and flexible in schedule and requirements. Third, government-supported learning centers usually offer cheaper group and more expensive in-person courses. Last, you can find a private Thai tutor in Lethbridge. If flexibility is key, you can compare local Lethbridge and online Thai tutors.
🎟 Is it affordable to learn Thai and what do Thai tutors charge?
For university and college courses you can estimate Thai 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 course hours each semester. Language schools and private Thai tutors charge $30-55 for hourly group lesson, with individual classes starting around $50 or more. Some of the more affordable Thai tutors can be found online, with costs on Preply averaging 18 and tutor rates varying widely based on tutor location, availability and specialization. Average reviews for Thai lessons on Preply is 4.97 out of 5 stars.
📚 What level of Thai do I need to sign up for a course?
When considering college and learning center classes be prepared demonstrate proof of your current level. All classes vary widely in terms of textbook quality, homework volume and tests, so research each program in advance. With personal Thai tutors you can find reviews for whom the tutor is effective with and which other specializations they make available (like intermediate level practice, advanced students etc.) For maximum flexibility, choose a tutor from a wide selection of those teaching online.
🔥 Why is Thai not easy and are there ways to learn it the easy way?
Standardized language instruction practiced in schools is not the most effective way to learn Thai. In reality, you can gain basic Thai fluency in 300 hours from zero knowledge. Studying and getting feedback several hours a week you will be able to understand common sentences, be understood when you talk, socialize in about a year. Finding native speakers is not a practical option for everyone, so online classes are a rapid and easy way of acquiring the basic knowledge of Thai. After attaining basic skills, online marketplaces like Preply have Thai tutors who specialize in intensive classes for intermediate and advanced level practitioners.
🤷 How long does it take to learn Thai?
Some people have a natural ability and learn languages quickly, but for most to go beyond the basics and gain working fluency in Thai will demand at least 600 hours of active use. The required duration of time can differ a lot depending on your already acquired level of Thai or knowledge of other languages in the same group. As soon as you've learned the basics it is advised to use the language as often as possible: watch TV, write by hand and online using your new language skills, find native speakers to speak with, try as many as possible ways to think and speak in Thai out loud. If you're struggling when starting a discusssion you can also take conversational Thai classes online.
🤳 What are my options when choosing the Thai tutor?
In learning centers, it's possible that you can choose your own tutor (from select few). Online, certainly! The largest selection of verified Thai tutors with detailed profiles and real student reviews is available on online language learning resources like Preply.
🗓 What's the lesson schedule like?
Colleges offer classes two times weekly over a semester (75-day period). Language schools usually give shorter, 8-week, 12-week, and 16-week course sessions. Online, the number of lessons is really up to you, with early morning, day, evening and night classes available, on weekdays and/or weekends.