Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
🌆 How can I master Greek in Reno, NV and what are the possibilities in terms of commitment?
Besides self-study using recorded courses, you have four primary options for learning Greek interactively in Reno, NV. 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 cheaper.) Your second possibility can be local commercial language academies that are better priced and flexible in schedule and requirements. Third, government-supported learning centers usually offer cheaper group and more expensive in-person courses. Fourth, you can find a private Greek tutor in Reno, NV. If flexibility is key, you can compare local Reno, NV and online Greek tutors.
🎟 Is it expensive to learn Greek and what do Greek tutors charge?
For university and college courses you can estimate Greek course cost as one-tenth of the yearly tuition (one course is usually 3 out of 30 credit hours offered) to get the price of about 50 course hours each semester. Language schools and individual Greek tutors charge $30-55 an hourly group lesson, with private classes starting from $50 or more. Some of the less pricey Greek tutors can be found online, with rates on Preply averaging 25 and tutor rates varying widely based on tutor geography, experience and popularity. Real student rating average for Greek lessons on Preply is 4.97 out of 5 stars.
📚 How much Greek 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. Planned classes vary widely in terms of textbook quality, homework level and graded tasks, so research each program in advance. With personal Greek 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 teaching children or teens, etc.) For best flexibility, choose a tutor from those teaching online.
🔥 Why is Greek so challenging and are there ways to learn it the easy way?
Standardized language instruction practiced in schools is not the most effective way to learn Greek. According to experts, you can gain basic Greek fluency in 300 hours from zero knowledge. Studying and getting feedback 5 hours a week you will be able to understand most sentences, be understood when you talk, shop and place orders in about a year. Relocating is not a practical option for everyone, so online classes are a ready and fun way of acquiring the basic knowledge of Greek. After acquiring basic skills, online marketplaces like Preply have Greek tutors who specialize in intensive classes for intermediate and advanced students.
🤷 How long does it take to learn Greek?
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 Greek will require at least 600 hours of active use. The required duration of time can differ by a lot depending on your current level of Greek or knowledge of other languages in the same group. After alphabet and basic reading it is best to use the language as often as possible: watch television, write using your new language skills, try to communicate with native speakers to speak with, try additional ways to think and speak in Greek out loud. If this is not easy you can also take conversational Greek classes online.
🤳 How many possibilities do I choose among when I select the right Greek instructor?
In colleges and universities, there's a likelyhood you could choose your own tutor (from the ones who already work there). Online, of course! The largest selection of verified Greek tutors with detailed profiles and real student reviews is available on online language learning marketplaces like Preply.
🗓 What time of day and on which days are classes available?
Colleges usually structure 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, allows the flexibility to schedule lessons around your commitments, on weekdays and/or weekends.