Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
🌆 How do I improve my Punjabi in London and what are my options in terms of commitment?
Besides self-study with recorded courses, you have several main opportunities for learning Punjabi interactively in London. 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 less pricey.) Your 2nd possibility can be local specialized 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. 4th and last, you can choose a private Punjabi tutor in London. If flexibility is key, you can compare local London and online Punjabi tutors.
🎟 Is it affordable to learn Punjabi and what does a lesson with a tutor of Punjabi cost?
For university and college courses you can estimate Punjabi course cost by dividing annual tuition by ten (one course is usually 3 out of 30 credit hours offered) to get the cost of 1/2 of a hundred lesson hours each semester. Language centers and private Punjabi tutors charge $30-55 per hourly group lesson, with private classes starting around $50 or more. Some of the less pricey Punjabi tutors can be found online, with tuition on Preply averaging 12 and tutor rates varying widely based on tutor geography, positive reviews and student demand. Average student satisfaction for Punjabi lessons on Preply is 4.84 out of 5 stars.
📚 What are the requirements for Punjabi language skill level to sign up for a course?
When considering college and learning center classes be prepared demonstrate proof of your current level. 'Canned' classes vary widely in terms of textbook quality, homework volume and exams, so research all such requirements in advance. With personal Punjabi 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 students of A, B, or C leves, etc.) For more flexibility, choose a tutor from many teaching online.
🔥 Why is Punjabi so difficult and are there ways to learn it the easy way?
Standardized language instruction practiced in schools is not the most effective way to learn Punjabi. Realistically, you can gain basic Punjabi fluency in 300 hours from zero knowledge. Studying and getting feedback several hours a week you will be able to understand everyday sentences, have simple conversations, do most everyday tasks in about a year. Relocating is not a practical option for everyone, so online classes are a rapid and fun way of acquiring the basic knowledge of Punjabi. After attaining basic skills, online marketplaces like Preply have Punjabi tutors who specialize in intensive classes for intermediate and advanced learners.
🤷 How long does it take to achieve a good level of Punjabi?
Some people brag about their natural ability and learn languages quickly, but for most to go beyond the basics and gain working fluency in Punjabi will take at least 600 hours of dedication. The required duration of time can differ quite a bit depending on your available level of Punjabi 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 television, try typing using your new language skills, seek native speakers to speak with, try more ways to think and speak in Punjabi out loud. If you're struggling when starting a discusssion you can also take conversational Punjabi classes online.
🤳 What are my options when choosing the Punjabi coach?
In language centers, it's possible that you can choose your own tutor (from up to a dozen teachers). Online, always! The largest selection of verified Punjabi tutors with full profiles and true reviews is available on online language learning platforms like Preply.
🗓 What's the lesson schedule like?
Colleges as a rule schedule classes two times weekly over a semester (15-week period). Language schools as a rule give shorter, 8-week, 12-week, and 16-week course sessions. Online, you can choose your own lesson frequency and time, on weekdays and/or weekends.