Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
🌆 How to learn Hindi in New York, NY and what are my options in terms of commitment?
Besides self-study with mobile applications, you have four key possibilities for learning Hindi interactively in New York, NY. 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 spource can be local for-profit language academies that charge less and flexible in schedule and requirements. Third, not-for-profit learning centers usually offer cheaper group and more expensive in-person courses. Finally, you can choose a private Hindi tutor in New York, NY. If flexibility is key, you can compare local New York, NY and online Hindi tutors.
🎟 How expensive is it to learn Hindi and what does a lesson with a tutor of Hindi cost?
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 rate for 1/2 of a hundred lesson hours each semester. Language schools and individual Hindi tutors charge $30-55 per hourly group lesson, with private classes starting around $50 or more. Some of the less pricey Hindi tutors can be found online, with costs on Preply averaging 12 and tutor rates varying widely based on tutor geography, experience and specialization. Real student rating average for Hindi lessons on Preply is 4.91 out of 5 stars.
📚 What level of Hindi do I need 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 commitment and tests, so research those 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 add-ons they make available (like instruction for beginners, etc.) For more flexibility, choose a tutor from many teaching online.
🔥 Why is Hindi so challenging 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 Hindi. In reality, you can gain basic Hindi fluency in 300 hours from zero knowledge. Studying and getting feedback a few hours a week you will be able to understand everyday expressions, express yourself, shop and place orders in about a year. Relocating 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 students.
🤷 How long does it take to learn Hindi?
Some people brag about their natural ability and learn languages quickly, but for most to go beyond the basics and gain working fluency in Hindi will demand at least 600 hours of practice. The amount of time can differ a lot depending on your existing level of Hindi or familiarity with other languages in the same group. After alphabet and basic reading it is recommended to use the language as often as possible: watch news and movies, 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 not easy you can also take conversational Hindi classes online.
🤳 How many possibilities do I choose among when I select the right Hindi teacher?
In colleges and universities, there's a chance you can choose your own tutor (from a limited pool). Online, absolutely! The largest selection of pre-screened Hindi tutors with video profiles and comprehensive reviews is available on online language learning 'supermarkets' like Preply.
🗓 Will I be able to fit lessons in my busy schedule?
Colleges run classes two times weekly over a semester (15-week period). Language schools as a rule make available 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.