Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
🌆 How can I master Hindi in Quebec and is possible to go light in terms of commitment?
Besides self-study with apps, you have four key possibilities for learning Hindi interactively in Quebec. 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 a little more affordable.) Your 2nd option can be local for-profit language academies that are better priced and flexible in schedule and requirements. Third, non-profit learning centers usually offer cheaper group and more expensive in-person courses. Last, you can find a private Hindi tutor in Quebec. If flexibility is key, you can compare local Quebec and online Hindi tutors.
🎟 Is it expensive 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 rate for fifty or so lesson hours each semester. Language schools and private Hindi tutors charge $30-55 an hourly group lesson, with private classes starting around $50 or more. Some of the most budget-friendly Hindi tutors can be found online, with rates on Preply averaging 12 and tutor rates varying widely based on tutor hometown, positive reviews and popularity. Customer review average 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 demonstrate proof of your current level. 'Canned' classes vary widely in terms of textbook quality, homework volume and tests, so research each program 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 instruction for beginners, etc.) For better flexibility, choose a tutor from those who are teaching online.
🔥 Why is Hindi so hard 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. According to experts, 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 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 easy way of acquiring the basic knowledge of Hindi. After attaining 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 get better at speaking Hindi?
Some people have a natural ability and learn languages quickly, but for most to go beyond the basics and gain working fluency in Hindi will take at least 600 hours of study. The required duration of time can differ by a lot depending on your available level of Hindi or knowledge of other languages in the same group. As soon as you've learned the basics it is a good idea to use the language as often as possible: watch TV, 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 it's more difficult than you had imagined you can also take conversational Hindi classes online.
🤳 Can I pick my own Hindi teacher?
In learning centers, it's possible that you can choose your own tutor (from a limited pool). Online, certainly! The largest selection of approved Hindi tutors with video profiles and true reviews is available on online language learning platforms like Preply.
🗓 What's the best time to schedule classes?
Colleges usually 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, you can choose your own lesson frequency and time, on weekdays and/or weekends.