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    Thai classes in Manhattan, NY: Find a private tutor near you

    In the market for Thai classes in Manhattan, NY? On Preply you can select from 157 Thai tutors around you for private lessons online. With online instead of face-to-face lessons you can follow classes at any time you want, wherever you are. This way your busy schedule won't be in the way of your language learning development. Plan online Thai classes in Manhattan, NY from as little as $ 9 per hour. Preply is the fastest growing language learning platform for online 1-to-1 lessons. Whether you have just emigrated and want to learn the native language of a country or want to learn a new language for fun, we have the right tutor for you. Schedule Thai classes near you and start learning today!
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    • Tutor thai Anyarin R.

      $

      18

      50-min lesson

      • Thai

      Time zone: Manhattan, NY

        Speaks
      +1

      Efficient, relax, enjoy and useful. Ready to embark on an exciting Thai language learning journey? Book my trial lesson for engaging and personalized lessons. Experience interactive activities that make learning fun. Tailored to your goals, our sessions will help you develop comprehensive language skills. Let's make your Thai language learning experience truly transformative!

      Why choose Anyarin R.
      "Anyarin (Pam) is a great tutor/teacher. She is very friendly, helpful, knowledgeable, patient, and supportive. I’ve had 4 lessons with her so far and I’m impressed on how much I learned from her. I love her teaching style and attitude. Highly recommended if you’re looking for a fun and effective way to learn Thai. Khab khun na ka Pam!!"
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      4809399111

      October 6, 2021

    • Tutor thai Kobpon B.

      New

      tutor

      $

      15

      50-min lesson

      • Thai

      Time zone: Manhattan, NY

        Speaks
      +1

      Professional Thai tutor with 9 years of experience During my 9 years of teaching, I've developed a teaching style that focuses on the individual needs and abilities of each student. So, don't hesitate to book a trial lesson with me and let's start our Thai language journey together!.

      Whether you're a beginner or advanced learner, I'm here to help you improve your Thai language skills.

    • Tutor thai Pornpimol W.
      Super Tutor

      $

      15

      50-min lesson

      • Thai

      Time zone: Manhattan, NY

        Speaks

      🤔Who is Teacher Pingping’s class suitable for? ✅Children ✅Those who are interested in Thai/Thai language ✅Office workers/those who work abroad in Thailand ✅Those who want to travel to Thailand ✅Those who want to study in Thailand 🎯Course ⭐You can start with Roman Pinyin and then learn Pinyin.
      ⭐If you/you want to start with Thai pinyin: ⭐At least 10 lessons, because there are many rules in Thai.
      ⭐If you don’t want to learn Pinyin, just use Roman Pinyin.
      ⭐But, I want to learn Pinyin from the beginning!

      Why choose Pornpimol W.
      "A warm-hearted Thai teacher, Pornpimol has guided me from being completely lost in learning Thai to now feeling confident in reading Thai every day. She ignites my joy in learning the language. With her extensive experience, she teaches pronunciation of consonants and vowels more effectively than learning on my own through YouTube videos, emphasizing the importance of correcting my pronunciation. Pornpimol is incredibly patient and experienced. Moreover, she speaks both English and Chinese excellently, making her teaching suitable for students who speak either Chinese or English as their native language. I feel extremely fortunate to have met Pornpimol as my teacher! Pornpimol 老師非常推薦給母語是中文的朋友們。 "
      Lucas

      Lucas

      April 12, 2024

    • Tutor thai Nur P.

      $

      12

      50-min lesson

      • Thai

      Time zone: Manhattan, NY

        Speaks
      +1

      Unlock Thai Language Magic with Nur: Dive into Engaging Lessons for Fun and Fluent Learning I didn't stress about how to speak or pronounce words; instead, I immersed myself, listened, and used the languages as much as possible. Don't worry; the learning process will be enjoyable and gradual—I'll make it fun and take it at a comfortable pace

      please message me before booking a lesson.

      Why choose Nur P.
      "Nur is a very patient teacher , she makes the lesson interesting and easy to remember by showing pictures and quizzing me. Overall I'm very comfortable with her and her teaching method :)"
      Joelle

      Joelle

      January 25, 2024

    • Tutor thai Budsaba S.
      Super Tutor

      $

      19

      50-min lesson

      • Thai

      Time zone: Manhattan, NY

        Speaks

      A native Thai speaker with 7 years of teaching experiences I have 7 years of teaching experience in language school as a full time and part time teacher. I am a Thai native speaker who graduated from Thai and USA. I understand learning language can be difficult for someone but I can make it become an easy subject for you.

      Why choose Budsaba S.
      "We are only on our 3rd class and I already feel confident in speaking in phrases. Budsaba provides great notes after class to help study further. I look forward to every lesson! And it also helps she lived in the states so she understands my American dialect as well. "
      S

      S

      May 25, 2021

    • Tutor thai Palm S.

      $

      25

      50-min lesson

      • Thai

      Time zone: Manhattan, NY

        Speaks

      Let's speak, read, write, and understand Thai -- In this case, you don't need to spend money for first lesson if I'm not the right teacher for you. - - See you soon.

      Note: Please message me first before booking, so we can have a talk about your expectation of learning and if we seem right to each other, you can start booking the lesson.

      Why choose Palm S.
      "I received 10 sessions from Palm over 6 weeks. I was very impressed with her patience and her professional attitude. Palm demonstrated very good teaching skills in her delivery of each session. Her detailed knowledge of the language structure is impressive and I have no hesitation in recommending her services as a Thai language tutor. "
      LIndsay

      LIndsay

      March 29, 2018

    • Tutor thai Kotchamon C.

      $

      21

      50-min lesson

      • Thai

      Time zone: Manhattan, NY

        Speaks

      Experienced Thai tutor - Let's talk Message me and let me know your expectations, and what aspects of Thai you want to improve. Book now and see you soon in class!
      How will the class work? We’ll check your current level, set a learning goal, design a curriculum that fits your goals using tools such as google classroom, custom ...

      Why choose Kotchamon C.
      "I was really nervous to start learning Thai and kept putting it off since I had heard it’s so difficult but with Kotcha’s guidance in only a few sessions I can make simple sentences , her English is perfect and we communicate very well which is a big plus and I’m eager to learn so much more with her ."
      Mz

      Mz

      April 10, 2024

    • Tutor thai Janpatt N.

      $

      19

      50-min lesson

      • Thai

      Time zone: Manhattan, NY

        Speaks
      +1

      ◾Certified Thai Instructor with 6 years of experience. ◾Unique grammatical lessons, particulary rules of writing & Reading in Thai script "Book a trial lesson" based on my availability, then discuss your objectives. Therefore, I can also discuss with you in Thai in terms of commercial, politics, work environment in Thailand, labour law & Social Security (Social benefit), business negotiations including business customs and etiquette, based on your preference.

      Why choose Janpatt N.
      "Janpatt is excellent. Clear lessons, clear instructions, and fun discussions about thai language and culture. I highly recommend Janpatt to anyone wanting to learn thai"
      Bradley

      Bradley

      February 23, 2021

    • Tutor thai Thanpisa J.
      Super Tutor

      $

      19

      50-min lesson

      • Thai

      Time zone: Manhattan, NY

        Speaks
      +2

      Active Class with an experienced teacher. Hello, my name is Gift. I graduated with a master's in international relations from Glasgow University United Kingdom. I have been teaching in various fields for more than 10 years and I can speak English, Mandarin and Korean
      I have taught Thai to foreigners for over 5 years and recently teach some professors at Mahidol University International College.

      Why choose Thanpisa J.
      "Amazing teacher, really patient. I've learnt loads from Gift in just 3 lessons. Looking forward to learning more and more every week. Gift is a great teacher, explains the sounds, and she's tough, you have to get it right to move on to the next bit 🙂"
      Mandy

      Mandy

      January 19, 2024

    • Tutor thai Kamolwan K.

      $

      17

      50-min lesson

      • Thai

      Time zone: Manhattan, NY

        Speaks

      Let's turn Thai language learning into an unforgettable journey! Whether you're a total beginner or looking to polish your language skills, I'm here to make learning Thai a joyous and rewarding experience.

      - Supportive Atmosphere: Learning a new language can be challenging, but with a supportive teacher, it becomes an exciting adventure. I'm here to guide you every step of the way.

      Why choose Kamolwan K.
      "First lesson with Kun Kate....fantastic! "
      Darren

      Darren

      February 27, 2024

    Why Preply is the best site to learn thai in Manhattan, NY

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    thai lessons prices by tutor city

    Private tutors inPrice
    New York, NY

    $15 / hr

    Los Angeles, CA

    $15 / hr

    Chicago, IL

    $15 / hr

    Manhattan, NY

    $15 / hr

    Average rates for thai classes in Manhattan, NY

    Native/non native speakersPrice

    Native thai speakers

    $17 / hr

    Non native thai speakers

    $18 / hr

    The average cost for thai classes in Manhattan, NY may vary from other locations and depending on the teacher nationality, so here is a price comparison to help you find your best fit online tutor.

    How Thai learners from Manhattan, NY rate their Preply experience
    Mark rated · Thai tutor.
    5.0Jun 18, 2022
    Bas is a fantastic teacher, very patient and her lessons are easy to follow especially for an absolute beginner. She also takes down notes for what she has taught you so you know what you have learnt and can review them. Happy to recommend her!
    Donnie rated · Thai tutor.
    5.0Jun 15, 2022
    I highly recommend Sam if you are interested in learning Thai. I look forward to our language lesson every week. I love the fact that He includes Thai culture and current events in his lessons .
    Chantel rated · Thai tutor.
    5.0Jun 13, 2022
    Amazing Thai tutor and definitely recommended if you would like to pursue learning Thai. Extremely friendly and would make sure that you feel comfortable throughout your class. Thumbs up!
    Rodaïna rated · Thai tutor.
    5.0Jun 13, 2022
    Kru Bow is friendly, patient, kind and gets down to our level and takes time to explain everything we need to know to start. Her lessons are very interesting!
    Praw rated · Thai tutor.
    5.0Jun 12, 2022
    It has been a great experience learning Thai with Sam, he is so friendly and patient. He has well structured lessons and is always happy to help with anything that is also unstructured.

    Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

    🌆 How can I master Thai in Manhattan, NY and is possible to go light in terms of commitment?

    Besides self-study with recorded courses, you have 4 principal choices for learning Thai interactively in Manhattan, NY. 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 possibility can be local for-profit language academies that cost less and flexible in schedule and requirements. Third, government-supported learning centers usually offer cheaper group and more expensive in-person courses. 4th and last, you can opt for a private Thai tutor in Manhattan, NY. If flexibility is key, you can compare local Manhattan, NY and online Thai tutors.

    🎟 How expensive is it to learn Thai and what are the ballpark lesson costs for Thai tutors?

    For university and college courses you can estimate Thai course cost as 1/10th of the yearly tuition (one course is usually 3 out of 30 credit hours offered) to get the rate for about 50 course hours each semester. Language schools and independent Thai tutors charge $30-55 for hourly group lesson, with private classes starting from $50 or more. Some of the less pricey Thai tutors can be found online, with prices on Preply averaging 18 and tutor rates varying widely based on tutor geography, availability and popularity. Average reviews for Thai lessons on Preply is 4.98 out of 5 stars.

    📚 How much Thai do I need to know to sign up for a course?

    When considering college and learning center classes be prepared pass a few pre-requisites. All classes vary widely in terms of textbook quality, homework load and exams, so research the details in advance. With personal Thai tutors you can find out in advance for whom the tutor is effective with and which other extras they make available (like intermediate level practice, advanced students etc.) For best flexibility, choose a tutor from a wide selection of those teaching online.

    🔥 Why is Thai not easy and are there ways to learn it in a better way?

    Formal 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 everyday expressions, have simple conversations, shop and place orders in about a year. Relocating is not a practical option for everyone, so online classes are a fast and fun 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 speakers.

    🤷 How long does it take to learn Thai?

    Some people just 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 study. The amount of time can differ by a lot depending on your current level of Thai or familiarity with other languages in the same group. After alphabet and basic reading it is advised to use the language as often as possible: watch videos, write by hand and online using your new language skills, find native speakers to speak with, try more ways to think and speak in Thai out loud. If it's more difficult than you had imagined you can also take conversational Thai classes online.

    🤳 Can I choose my own Thai coach?

    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 extensive profiles and customer reviews is available on online language learning resources like Preply.

    🗓 What's the lesson schedule like?

    Colleges schedule classes two times weekly over a semester (15-week period). Language schools usually have 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.