Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
🌆 How to learn Portuguese in Montreal-West and is possible to go light in terms of commitment?
Besides self-study with special programs, you have four primary choices for learning Portuguese interactively in Montreal-West. 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 better priced.) Your second resource can be local private 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. 4th and last, you can find a private Portuguese tutor in Montreal-West. If flexibility is key, you can compare local Montreal-West and online Portuguese tutors.
🎟 Is it expensive to learn Portuguese and what do Portuguese tutors charge?
For university and college courses you can estimate Portuguese course cost by dividing annual tuition by ten (one course is usually 3 out of 30 credit hours offered) to get the rate for fifty or so lesson hours each semester. Language academies and private Portuguese tutors charge $30-55 per hourly group lesson, with private classes starting around $50 or more. Some of the most budget-friendly Portuguese tutors can be found online, with costs on Preply averaging 17 and tutor rates varying widely based on tutor geography, experience and specialization. Average reviews for Portuguese lessons on Preply is 4.96 out of 5 stars.
📚 How much Portuguese do I need to know to sign up for a course?
When considering college and learning center classes be prepared to show a language test profeciency score or take an entrance test to determine your level. 'Canned' classes vary widely in terms of textbook quality, homework commitment and graded tasks, so research each program in advance. With personal Portuguese tutors you can find reviews for whom the tutor is effective with and which other expertise they make available (like intermediate level practice, advanced students etc.) For more flexibility, choose a tutor from many teaching online.
🔥 Why is Portuguese so hard and are there ways to learn it more effectively?
Standardized language instruction practiced in schools is not the most effective way to learn Portuguese. As proven by others before, you can gain basic Portuguese fluency in 300 hours from zero knowledge. Studying and getting feedback five hours a week you will be able to understand most sentences, speak on some level, socialize in about a year. Finding native speakers is not a practical option for everyone, so online classes are a fast and fun way of acquiring the basic knowledge of Portuguese. After attaining basic skills, online marketplaces like Preply have Portuguese tutors who specialize in intensive classes for intermediate and advanced level practitioners.
🤷 How long does it take to get better at speaking Portuguese?
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 Portuguese will require at least 600 hours of dedication. The amount of time can differ by a lot depending on your already acquired level of Portuguese or knowledge of other languages in the same group. After alphabet and basic reading it is advised to use the language as often as possible: watch television, write using your new language skills, look for native speakers to speak with, try other ways to think and speak in Portuguese out loud. If it's more difficult than you had imagined you can also take conversational Portuguese classes online.
🤳 What are my options when choosing the Portuguese coach?
In colleges and universities, there's a likelyhood you could choose your own tutor (from a limited pool). Online, certainly! The largest selection of pre-screened Portuguese tutors with full profiles and real student reviews is available on online language learning platforms like Preply.
🗓 What time of day and on which days are classes available?
Colleges typically offer classes twice a week over a semester (75-day period). Language schools as a rule give shorter, 8-week, 12-week, and 16-week course sessions. Online, the number of lessons is really up to you, with early morning, day, evening and night classes available, on weekdays and/or weekends.