Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
🌆 How do I skill up on Czech in Seattle, WA and is possible to go light in terms of commitment?
Besides self-study using special programs, you have several primary options for learning Czech interactively in Seattle, WA. 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 other resource can be local private language academies that charge 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 choose a private Czech tutor in Seattle, WA. If flexibility is key, you can compare local Seattle, WA and online Czech tutors.
🎟 How expensive is it to learn Czech and what are the ballpark lesson costs for Czech tutors?
For university and college courses you can estimate Czech course cost by dividing annual tuition by ten (one course is usually 3 out of 30 credit hours offered) to get the rate for 45-48 course hours each semester. Language centers and private Czech tutors charge $30-55 for hourly group lesson, with individual classes starting around $50 or more. Some of the better priced Czech tutors can be found online, with rates on Preply averaging 27 and tutor rates varying widely based on tutor country of residence, experience and student demand. Customer review average for Czech lessons on Preply is 4.94 out of 5 stars.
📚 What are the requirements for Czech language skill level to sign up for a course?
When considering college and learning center classes be prepared pass a few pre-requisites. All classes vary widely in terms of textbook quality, homework commitment and testing, so research each program in advance. With personal Czech tutors you can find reviews for whom the tutor is effective with and which other expertise they make available (like classes for students of A, B, or C leves, etc.) For more flexibility, choose a tutor from a wide selection of those teaching online.
🔥 Why is Czech so difficult and are there ways to learn it faster?
Standardized language instruction practiced in schools is not the most effective way to learn Czech. In reality, you can gain basic Czech fluency in 300 hours from zero knowledge. Studying and getting feedback a few hours a week you will be able to understand everyday sentences, have simple conversations, socialize in about a year. Offline interaction is not a practical option for everyone, so online classes are a ready and enjoyable way of acquiring the basic knowledge of Czech. After mastering basic skills, online marketplaces like Preply have Czech tutors who specialize in intensive classes for intermediate and advanced learners.
🤷 How long does it take to get better at speaking Czech?
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 Czech will require at least 600 hours of practice. The actual range of time can differ a lot depending on your existing level of Czech or knowledge of 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 news and movies, write using your new language skills, look for native speakers to speak with, try additional ways to think and speak in Czech out loud. If this is not easy you can also take conversational Czech classes online.
🤳 What are my options when choosing the Czech tutor?
In colleges and universities, there's a chance you can choose your own tutor (from the ones who already work there). Online, of course! The largest selection of verified Czech tutors with detailed profiles and real student reviews is available on online language learning platforms like Preply.
🗓 What's the lesson schedule like?
Colleges usually offer classes two times weekly over a semester (15-week 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.