Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
🌆 How to learn Urdu in Southampton and what does it take in terms of commitment?
Besides self-study using special programs, you have a few main choices for learning Urdu interactively in Southampton. First, universities and community colleges are an especially good idea for in-state residents. Also, ask about the centers for continuing education and professional studies (they are cheaper.) Your second resource can be local for-profit 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. 4th and last, you can choose a private Urdu tutor in Southampton. If flexibility is key, you can compare local Southampton and online Urdu tutors.
🎟 How expensive is it to learn Urdu and what do Urdu tutors charge?
For university and college courses you can estimate Urdu 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 class hours each semester. Language schools and individual Urdu tutors charge $30-55 for hourly group lesson, with individual classes starting around $50 or more. Some of the most budget-friendly Urdu tutors can be found online, with prices on Preply averaging 7 and tutor rates varying widely based on tutor hometown, ratings and student demand. Customer review average for Urdu lessons on Preply is 4.91 out of 5 stars.
📚 How much Urdu do I need to know 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 load and testing, so research the details in advance. With personal Urdu 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 classes for students of A, B, or C leves, etc.) For more flexibility, choose a tutor from many teaching online.
🔥 Why is Urdu not easy and are there ways to learn it faster?
Formal language instruction practiced in schools is not the most effective way to learn Urdu. Realistically, you can gain basic Urdu fluency in 300 hours from zero knowledge. Studying and getting feedback 5 hours a week you will be able to understand common phrases, speak on some level, get proficient in daily routines in about a year. Physical language immersion is not a practical option for everyone, so online classes are a quick and easy way of acquiring the basic knowledge of Urdu. After gaining basic skills, online marketplaces like Preply have Urdu tutors who specialize in intensive classes for intermediate and advanced students.
🤷 How long does it take to achieve a good level of Urdu?
Some people have a natural ability and learn languages quickly, but for most to go beyond the basics and gain working fluency in Urdu will require at least 600 hours of study. The actual range of time can differ by a lot depending on your existing level of Urdu or familiarity with other languages in the same group. As soon as you've learned the basics it is recommended to use the language as often as possible: watch TV, write using your new language skills, seek native speakers to speak with, try more ways to think and speak in Urdu out loud. If this is not easy you can also take conversational Urdu classes online.
🤳 Can I choose my own Urdu tutor?
In learning centers, there's a chance you can choose your own tutor (from the ones who already work there). Online, absolutely! The largest selection of verified Urdu tutors with extensive profiles and customer reviews is available on online language learning resources like Preply.
🗓 What's the lesson schedule like?
Colleges typically structure classes two times weekly over a semester (75-day period). Language schools make available 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.