Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
🌆 How can I master Arabic in London and what are the possibilities in terms of commitment?
Besides self-study with apps, you have four main choices for learning Arabic interactively in London. 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 less pricey.) Your other spource can be local for-profit language academies that cost less and flexible in schedule and requirements. Third, non-profit learning centers usually offer cheaper group and more expensive in-person courses. Last, you can opt for a private Arabic tutor in London. If flexibility is key, you can compare local London and online Arabic tutors.
🎟 Is it expensive to learn Arabic and what does a lesson with a tutor of Arabic cost?
For university and college courses you can estimate Arabic course cost as one-tenth of the yearly tuition (one course is usually 3 out of 30 credit hours offered) to get the price of fifty or so instruction hours each semester. Language schools and independent Arabic tutors charge $30-55 per hourly group lesson, with private classes starting around $50 or more. Some of the less pricey Arabic tutors can be found online, with prices on Preply averaging 11 and tutor rates varying widely based on tutor location, positive reviews and student demand. Customer review average for Arabic lessons on Preply is 4.94 out of 5 stars.
📚 How much Arabic 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. All classes vary widely in terms of textbook quality, homework volume and tests, so research those in advance. With personal Arabic tutors you can read reviews and get a good idea for whom the tutor is effective with and which other specializations they make available (like classes for adults, etc.) For more flexibility, choose a tutor from those teaching online.
🔥 Why is Arabic so difficult and are there ways to learn it more effectively?
Standardized language instruction practiced in schools is not the most effective way to learn Arabic. Realistically, you can gain basic Arabic fluency in 300 hours from zero knowledge. Studying and getting feedback a few hours a week you will be able to understand many sentences, speak on some level, socialize in about a year. Physical language immersion is not a practical option for everyone, so online classes are a quick and affordable way of acquiring the basic knowledge of Arabic. After acquiring basic skills, online marketplaces like Preply have Arabic tutors who specialize in intensive classes for intermediate and advanced level practitioners.
🤷 How long does it take to master Arabic?
Some people have a natural ability and learn languages quickly, but for most to go beyond the basics and gain working fluency in Arabic will take at least 600 hours of practice. The required duration of time can differ significantly depending on your current level of Arabic or knowledge of other languages in the same group. After alphabet and basic reading it is advised to use the language as often as possible: watch television, start a journal or write posts and comments using your new language skills, look for native speakers to speak with, try as many as possible ways to think and speak in Arabic out loud. If it's more difficult than you had imagined you can also take conversational Arabic classes online.
🤳 Can I pick my own Arabic tutor?
In colleges and universities, there's a likelyhood you could choose your own tutor (from up to a dozen teachers). Online, of course! The largest selection of verified Arabic tutors with video profiles and customer reviews is available on online language learning 'supermarkets' like Preply.
🗓 Will I be able to fit lessons in my busy schedule?
Colleges typically offer classes two times weekly over a semester (15-week period). Language schools offer 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.