Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
🌆 How can I master German in Prague and what are the possibilities in terms of commitment?
Besides self-study with recorded courses, you have 4 key opportunities for learning German interactively in Prague. 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 better priced.) Your other possibility can be local commercial 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. Last, you can choose a private German tutor in Prague. If flexibility is key, you can compare local Prague and online German tutors.
🎟 Is it expensive to learn German and what does a lesson with a tutor of German cost?
For university and college courses you can estimate German 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 class hours each semester. Language academies and private German tutors charge $30-55 an hourly group lesson, with individual classes starting from $50 or more. Some of the better priced German tutors can be found online, with costs on Preply averaging 29 and tutor rates varying widely based on tutor country of residence, availability and specialization. Real student rating average for German lessons on Preply is 4.92 out of 5 stars.
📚 What are the requirements for German language skill level to sign up for a course?
When considering college and learning center classes be prepared demonstrate proof of your current level. Predetermined curriculum classes vary widely in terms of textbook quality, homework volume and graded tasks, so research all such requirements in advance. With personal German 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 maximum flexibility, choose a tutor from a wide selection of those teaching online.
🔥 Why is German not easy and are there ways to learn it the easy way?
Standardized language instruction practiced in schools is not the most effective way to learn German. Realistically, you can gain basic German fluency in 300 hours from zero knowledge. Studying and getting feedback five hours a week you will be able to understand everyday phrases, express yourself, get proficient in daily routines 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 German. After attaining basic skills, online marketplaces like Preply have German tutors who specialize in intensive classes for intermediate and advanced speakers.
🤷 How long does it take to get better at speaking German?
Some people brag about their natural ability and learn languages quickly, but for most to go beyond the basics and gain working fluency in German will demand at least 600 hours of practice. The actual range of time can differ significantly depending on your available level of German or familiarity with other languages in the same group. As soon as you've learned the basics it is best to use the language as often as possible: watch television, write using your new language skills, look for native speakers to speak with, try more ways to think and speak in German out loud. If you're struggling when starting a discusssion you can also take conversational German classes online.
🤳 Can I choose my own German instructor?
In language centers, there's a likelyhood you could choose your own tutor (from a limited pool). Online, always! The largest selection of pre-screened German tutors with video profiles and real student reviews is available on online language learning 'supermarkets' like Preply.
🗓 What's the best time to schedule classes?
Colleges as a rule offer classes two times weekly over a semester (15-week period). Language schools as a rule 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.