Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
🌆 How can I master Hindi in Redmond, WA and what are my options in terms of commitment?
Besides self-study using apps, you have a few main possibilities for learning Hindi interactively in Redmond, WA. 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 cheaper.) Your 2nd option can be local specialized language academies that are cheaper and flexible in schedule and requirements. Third, international learning centers usually offer cheaper group and more expensive in-person courses. 4th and last, you can look for a private Hindi tutor in Redmond, WA. If flexibility is key, you can compare local Redmond, WA 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 as 1/10th of the yearly tuition (one course is usually 3 out of 30 credit hours offered) to get the cost of about 50 course hours each semester. Language centers and private Hindi tutors charge $30-55 for hourly group lesson, with private classes starting around $50 or more. Some of the better priced Hindi tutors can be found online, with rates on Preply averaging 12 and tutor rates varying widely based on tutor location, positive reviews and languages the tutor can teach in. Real student rating average for Hindi lessons on Preply is 4.91 out of 5 stars.
📚 How much Hindi do I need to know to sign up for a course?
When considering college and learning center classes be prepared pass a few pre-requisites. Planned classes vary widely in terms of textbook quality, homework load and graded tasks, 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 expertise they make available (like instruction for beginners, etc.) For more flexibility, choose a tutor from many teaching online.
🔥 Why is Hindi so hard and are there ways to learn it in a better way?
Standardized 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 many words, express yourself, socialize in about a year. Finding native speakers is not a practical option for everyone, so online classes are a rapid and affordable way of acquiring the basic knowledge of Hindi. After gaining 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 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 take at least 600 hours of dedication. The length of time can differ significantly depending on your current level of Hindi 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 news and movies, write by hand and online using your new language skills, seek 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 choose my own Hindi tutor?
In language centers, it's possible that you can choose your own tutor (from select few). Online, absolutely! The largest selection of approved Hindi tutors with detailed profiles and customer reviews is available on online language learning resources like Preply.
🗓 What's the best time to schedule classes?
Colleges as a rule schedule classes two times weekly over a semester (75-day period). Language schools typically have 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.