Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
🌆 How do I improve my Hindi in San Jose, CA and what are the possibilities in terms of commitment?
Besides self-study using recorded courses, you have 4 primary possibilities for learning Hindi interactively in San Jose, 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 less pricey.) Your other option can be local private language academies that are better priced and flexible in schedule and requirements. Third, international learning centers usually offer cheaper group and more expensive in-person courses. Last, you can choose a private Hindi tutor in San Jose, CA. If flexibility is key, you can compare local San Jose, CA and online Hindi tutors.
🎟 How expensive is it to learn Hindi and what does a lesson with a tutor of Hindi cost?
For university and college courses you can estimate Hindi course cost by dividing annual tuition by 10 (one course is usually 3 out of 30 credit hours offered) to get the cost of 45-48 lesson hours each semester. Language schools and individual Hindi tutors charge $30-55 for hourly group lesson, with private classes starting from $50 or more. Some of the less pricey Hindi tutors can be found online, with prices on Preply averaging 12 and tutor rates varying widely based on tutor country of residence, positive reviews and specialization. Real student rating average for Hindi lessons on Preply is 4.91 out of 5 stars.
📚 What level of Hindi do I need to sign up for a course?
When considering college and learning center classes be prepared pass a few pre-requisites. Predetermined curriculum classes vary widely in terms of textbook quality, homework commitment and tests, so research those 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 extras they make available (like instruction for beginners, etc.) For best flexibility, choose a tutor from those teaching online.
🔥 Why is Hindi so hard and are there ways to learn it the easy way?
Formal 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 several hours a week you will be able to understand common expressions, express yourself, get proficient in daily routines in about a year. Offline interaction is not a practical option for everyone, so online classes are a fast and enjoyable way of acquiring the basic knowledge of Hindi. After acquiring basic skills, online marketplaces like Preply have Hindi tutors who specialize in intensive classes for intermediate and advanced speakers.
🤷 How long does it take to get better at speaking Hindi?
Some people just 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 quite a bit depending on your current level of Hindi or proficiency in other languages in the same group. As soon as you've learned the basics it is advised to use the language as often as possible: watch TV, write by hand and online using your new language skills, seek native speakers to speak with, try other ways to think and speak in Hindi out loud. If you're struggling when starting a discusssion you can also take conversational Hindi classes online.
🤳 Can I choose my own Hindi teacher?
In colleges and universities, there's a likelyhood you could choose your own tutor (from the ones who already work there). Online, always! The largest selection of pre-screened Hindi 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 as a rule run classes two times weekly over a semester (15-week period). Language schools usually offer shorter, 8-week, 12-week, and 16-week course sessions. Online, the number of lessons is really up to you, with early morning, day, evening and night classes available, on weekdays and/or weekends.