Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
🌆 How do I skill up on Hindi in Melbourne and what are the possibilities in terms of commitment?
Besides self-study with recorded courses, you have four principal options for learning Hindi interactively in Melbourne. First, universities and community colleges are an especially good idea for in-state residents. Also, ask about the centers for continuing education and professional studies (they are less pricey.) Your second option can be local commercial language academies that are cheaper and flexible in schedule and requirements. Third, not-for-profit learning centers usually offer cheaper group and more expensive in-person courses. 4th and last, you can choose a private Hindi tutor in Melbourne. If flexibility is key, you can compare local Melbourne and online Hindi tutors.
🎟 How expensive is it to learn Hindi and what do Hindi tutors charge?
For university and college courses you can estimate Hindi course cost by dividing annual tuition by ten (one course is usually 3 out of 30 credit hours offered) to get the price of fifty or so class hours each semester. Language academies and private Hindi tutors charge $30-55 an hourly group lesson, with individual classes starting around $50 or more. Some of the more affordable Hindi tutors can be found online, with rates on Preply averaging 12 and tutor rates varying widely based on tutor country of residence, experience and popularity. Average reviews for Hindi lessons on Preply is 4.91 out of 5 stars.
📚 What are the requirements for Hindi language skill level to sign up for a course?
When considering college and learning center classes be prepared prove your profeciency level. 'Canned' classes vary widely in terms of textbook quality, homework load and exams, so research the details in advance. With personal Hindi 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 best flexibility, choose a tutor from those teaching online.
🔥 Why is Hindi 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 Hindi. According to experts, you can gain basic Hindi fluency in 300 hours from zero knowledge. Studying and getting feedback several hours a week you will be able to understand many expressions, speak on some level, do most everyday tasks in about a year. Finding native speakers is not a practical option for everyone, so online classes are a fast and enjoyable way of acquiring the basic knowledge of Hindi. After mastering basic skills, online marketplaces like Preply have Hindi tutors who specialize in intensive classes for intermediate and advanced level practitioners.
🤷 How long does it take to master Hindi?
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 Hindi will require at least 600 hours of active use. The length of time can differ by a lot depending on your available level of Hindi or knowledge of other languages in the same group. After alphabet and basic reading it is a good idea to use the language as often as possible: watch videos, start a journal or write posts and comments using your new language skills, find native speakers to speak with, try more ways to think and speak in Hindi out loud. If this is a greater challenge than you had anticipated you can also take conversational Hindi classes online.
🤳 Can I pick my own Hindi tutor?
In language learning academies, you can possibly choose your own tutor (from a limited pool). Online, absolutely! The largest selection of pre-screened Hindi tutors with full profiles and true reviews is available on online language learning platforms like Preply.
🗓 Will I be able to fit lessons in my busy schedule?
Colleges usually run classes twice a week over a semester (15-week period). Language schools typically offer 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.