Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
🌆 How do I skill up on Hungarian in Los Angeles, CA and what are my options in terms of commitment?
Besides self-study with apps, you have several primary possibilities for learning Hungarian interactively in Los Angeles, CA. 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 less pricey.) Your 2nd spource can be local private language academies that are cheaper and flexible in schedule and requirements. Third, international learning centers usually offer cheaper group and more expensive in-person courses. Fourth, you can choose a private Hungarian tutor in Los Angeles, CA. If flexibility is key, you can compare local Los Angeles, CA and online Hungarian tutors.
🎟 Is it expensive to learn Hungarian and what does a lesson with a tutor of Hungarian cost?
For university and college courses you can estimate Hungarian 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 about 50 lesson hours each semester. Language centers and individual Hungarian tutors charge $30-55 an hourly group lesson, with private classes starting from $50 or more. Some of the less pricey Hungarian tutors can be found online, with costs on Preply averaging 24 and tutor rates varying widely based on tutor location, availability and languages the tutor can teach in. Real student rating average for Hungarian lessons on Preply is 4.98 out of 5 stars.
📚 What level of Hungarian do I need 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 load and exams, so research the details in advance. With personal Hungarian tutors you can read real feedback for whom the tutor is effective with and which other specializations they make available (like teaching children or teens, etc.) For best flexibility, choose a tutor from many teaching online.
🔥 Why is Hungarian so hard and are there ways to learn it in a better way?
One-size-fits-all language instruction practiced in schools is not the most effective way to learn Hungarian. Realistically, you can gain basic Hungarian fluency in 300 hours from zero knowledge. Studying and getting feedback several hours a week you will be able to understand common sentences, have simple conversations, do most everyday tasks in about a year. Offline interaction is not a practical option for everyone, so online classes are a ready and enjoyable way of acquiring the basic knowledge of Hungarian. After attaining basic skills, online marketplaces like Preply have Hungarian tutors who specialize in intensive classes for intermediate and advanced learners.
🤷 How long does it take to achieve a good level of Hungarian?
Some people just have a natural ability and learn languages quickly, but for most to go beyond the basics and gain working fluency in Hungarian will demand at least 600 hours of dedication. The actual range of time can differ significantly depending on your available level of Hungarian or knowledge of other languages in the same group. After alphabet and basic reading it is recommended to use the language as often as possible: watch TV, write 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 Hungarian out loud. If you're struggling when starting a discusssion you can also take conversational Hungarian classes online.
🤳 Can I choose my own Hungarian 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 tested Hungarian tutors with detailed profiles and real student reviews is available on online language learning 'supermarkets' like Preply.
🗓 What's the best time to schedule classes?
Colleges run classes twice a week over a semester (75-day period). Language schools typically give shorter, 8-week, 12-week, and 16-week course sessions. Online, you can take as few as one lesson a year, as many as several a day - and as many (or as few) as you want during any time of day, on weekdays and/or weekends.