Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
🌆 How to learn Hungarian in Saskatoon and what are the possibilities in terms of commitment?
Besides self-study using apps, you have 4 principal opportunities for learning Hungarian interactively in Saskatoon. 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 better priced.) Your 2nd possibility can be local for-profit language academies that are cheaper and flexible in schedule and requirements. Third, non-profit learning centers usually offer cheaper group and more expensive in-person courses. Fourth, you can opt for a private Hungarian tutor in Saskatoon. If flexibility is key, you can compare local Saskatoon and online Hungarian tutors.
🎟 How expensive is it to learn Hungarian and what are the ballpark lesson costs for Hungarian tutors?
For university and college courses you can estimate Hungarian 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 fifty or so class hours each semester. Language centers and individual Hungarian tutors charge $30-55 for hourly group lesson, with private classes starting around $50 or more. Some of the less pricey Hungarian tutors can be found online, with costs on Preply averaging 23 and tutor rates varying widely based on tutor location, availability and student demand. Average student satisfaction for Hungarian lessons on Preply is 4.98 out of 5 stars.
📚 What level of Hungarian do I need to sign up for a course?
When considering college and learning center classes be prepared demonstrate proof of your current level. All classes vary widely in terms of textbook quality, homework volume and testing, so research the details in advance. With personal Hungarian tutors you can read real feedback for whom the tutor is effective with and which other specializations they make available (like classes for students of A, B, or C leves, etc.) For better flexibility, choose a tutor from a wide selection of those teaching online.
🔥 Why is Hungarian so difficult and are there ways to learn it more effectively?
Standardized language instruction practiced in schools is not the most effective way to learn Hungarian. As proven by others before, you can gain basic Hungarian fluency in 300 hours from zero knowledge. Studying and getting feedback five hours a week you will be able to understand many words, have simple conversations, do most everyday tasks in about a year. Physical language immersion is not a practical option for everyone, so online classes are a rapid and easy way of acquiring the basic knowledge of Hungarian. After gaining basic skills, online marketplaces like Preply have Hungarian tutors who specialize in intensive classes for intermediate and advanced students.
🤷 How long does it take to achieve a good level of Hungarian?
Some people have a natural ability and learn languages quickly, but for most to go beyond the basics and gain working fluency in Hungarian will take at least 600 hours of dedication. The amount of time can differ significantly depending on your available level of Hungarian or familiarity with 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 television, start a journal or write posts and comments using your new language skills, seek native speakers to speak with, try more ways to think and speak in Hungarian out loud. If this is a greater challenge than you had anticipated you can also take conversational Hungarian classes online.
🤳 Can I pick my own Hungarian instructor?
In colleges and universities, there's a chance you can choose your own tutor (from a limited pool). Online, certainly! The largest selection of tested Hungarian tutors with detailed profiles and customer reviews is available on online language learning marketplaces like Preply.
🗓 What's the lesson schedule like?
Colleges usually offer classes twice a week over a semester (15-week period). Language schools as a rule 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.