Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
🌆 How to learn Turkish in Marietta, GA and what are my options in terms of commitment?
Besides self-study using apps, you have 4 primary options for learning Turkish interactively in Marietta, GA. 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 second option can be local specialized language academies that are cheaper and flexible in schedule and requirements. Third, non-profit learning centers usually offer cheaper group and more expensive in-person courses. Fourth, you can choose a private Turkish tutor in Marietta, GA. If flexibility is key, you can compare local Marietta, GA and online Turkish tutors.
🎟 How expensive is it to learn Turkish and what does a lesson with a tutor of Turkish cost?
For university and college courses you can estimate Turkish course cost by dividing annual tuition by ten (one course is usually 3 out of 30 credit hours offered) to get the overall charge for 1/2 of a hundred lesson hours each semester. Language schools and independent Turkish tutors charge $30-55 per hourly group lesson, with individual classes starting around $50 or more. Some of the most budget-friendly Turkish tutors can be found online, with rates on Preply averaging 15 and tutor rates varying widely based on tutor location, ratings and languages the tutor can teach in. Average reviews for Turkish lessons on Preply is 4.94 out of 5 stars.
📚 How much Turkish do I need to know to sign up for a course?
When considering college and learning center classes be prepared prove your profeciency level. Predetermined curriculum classes vary widely in terms of textbook quality, homework level and graded tasks, so research each program in advance. With personal Turkish tutors you can read reviews and get a good idea for whom the tutor is effective with and which other extras they make available (like teaching children or teens, etc.) For maximum flexibility, choose a tutor from many teaching online.
🔥 Why is Turkish not easy and are there ways to learn it more effectively?
One-size-fits-all language instruction practiced in schools is not the most effective way to learn Turkish. As proven by others before, you can gain basic Turkish fluency in 300 hours from zero knowledge. Studying and getting feedback a few hours a week you will be able to understand many expressions, be understood when you talk, do most everyday tasks in about a year. Physical language immersion is not a practical option for everyone, so online classes are a fast and affordable way of acquiring the basic knowledge of Turkish. After acquiring basic skills, online marketplaces like Preply have Turkish tutors who specialize in intensive classes for intermediate and advanced learners.
🤷 How long does it take to learn Turkish?
Some people seem to have a natural ability and learn languages quickly, but for most to go beyond the basics and gain working fluency in Turkish will take at least 600 hours of practice. The length of time can differ quite a bit depending on your current level of Turkish or familiarity with other languages in the same group. As soon as you've learned the basics it is recommended to use the language as often as possible: watch videos, try typing using your new language skills, try to communicate with native speakers to speak with, try other ways to think and speak in Turkish out loud. If this is not easy you can also take conversational Turkish classes online.
🤳 Can I choose my own Turkish tutor?
In colleges and universities, there's a chance you can choose your own tutor (from select few). Online, of course! The largest selection of verified Turkish tutors with detailed profiles and real student reviews is available on online language learning resources like Preply.
🗓 What's the best time to schedule classes?
Colleges offer classes two times weekly over a semester (75-day period). Language schools 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.