Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
🌆 How to learn Turkish in San Diego, CA and is possible to go light in terms of commitment?
Besides self-study using apps, you have several primary options for learning Turkish interactively in San Diego, CA. First, universities and community colleges are an especially good idea for in-state residents. Also, check centers for continuing education and professional studies (they are better priced.) Your 2nd spource can be local specialized language academies that cost 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 look for a private Turkish tutor in San Diego, CA. If flexibility is key, you can compare local San Diego, CA and online Turkish tutors.
🎟 Is it expensive to learn Turkish and what do Turkish tutors charge?
For university and college courses you can estimate Turkish 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 instruction hours each semester. Language centers and private Turkish tutors charge $30-55 per hourly group lesson, with individual classes starting from $50 or more. Some of the most budget-friendly Turkish tutors can be found online, with rates on Preply averaging 15 and tutor rates varying widely based on tutor geography, positive reviews and specialization. Real student rating average for Turkish lessons on Preply is 4.94 out of 5 stars.
📚 How much Turkish 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 commitment and exams, so research the details in advance. With personal Turkish 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 maximum flexibility, choose a tutor from those who are teaching online.
🔥 Why is Turkish not easy and are there ways to learn it more effectively?
Standardized language instruction practiced in schools is not the most effective way to learn Turkish. In reality, you can gain basic Turkish fluency in 300 hours from zero knowledge. Studying and getting feedback five hours a week you will be able to understand most phrases, speak on some level, do most everyday tasks in about a year. Offline interaction is not a practical option for everyone, so online classes are a fast and affordable way of acquiring the basic knowledge of Turkish. After gaining basic skills, online marketplaces like Preply have Turkish tutors who specialize in intensive classes for intermediate and advanced speakers.
🤷 How long does it take to achieve a good level of Turkish?
Some people brag about their natural ability and learn languages quickly, but for most to go beyond the basics and gain working fluency in Turkish will require at least 600 hours of active use. The actual range of time can differ by a lot depending on your available level of Turkish or knowledge of other languages in the same group. After alphabet and basic reading it is a good idea to use the language as often as possible: watch TV, try typing using your new language skills, look for native speakers to speak with, try other ways to think and speak in Turkish out loud. If it's more difficult than you had imagined you can also take conversational Turkish classes online.
🤳 Can I pick my own Turkish coach?
In colleges and universities, there's a chance you can choose your own tutor (from select few). Online, of course! The largest selection of approved Turkish tutors with extensive profiles and real student reviews is available on online language learning platforms like Preply.
🗓 What time of day and on which days are classes available?
Colleges offer classes twice a week over a semester (75-day period). Language schools typically offer 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.