Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
🌆 How can I master Portuguese in Towson, MD and what are the possibilities in terms of commitment?
Besides self-study with special programs, you have 4 key opportunities for learning Portuguese interactively in Towson, MD. 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 commercial language academies that are better priced and flexible in schedule and requirements. Third, not-for-profit learning centers usually offer cheaper group and more expensive in-person courses. Fourth, you can look for a private Portuguese tutor in Towson, MD. If flexibility is key, you can compare local Towson, MD and online Portuguese tutors.
🎟 How expensive is it to learn Portuguese and what does a lesson with a tutor of Portuguese cost?
For university and college courses you can estimate Portuguese course cost as 1/10th of the yearly tuition (one course is usually 3 out of 30 credit hours offered) to get the price of 45-48 course hours each semester. Language centers and private Portuguese tutors charge $30-55 per hourly group lesson, with private classes starting from $50 or more. Some of the more affordable Portuguese tutors can be found online, with costs on Preply averaging 17 and tutor rates varying widely based on tutor geography, positive reviews and languages the tutor can teach in. Customer review average for Portuguese lessons on Preply is 4.96 out of 5 stars.
📚 How much Portuguese 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. 'Canned' classes vary widely in terms of textbook quality, homework load and exams, so research those in advance. With personal Portuguese tutors you can find out in advance for whom the tutor is effective with and which other expertise they make available (like classes for adults, etc.) For better flexibility, choose a tutor from a wide selection of those teaching online.
🔥 Why is Portuguese so challenging and are there ways to learn it faster?
One-size-fits-all language instruction practiced in schools is not the most effective way to learn Portuguese. As proven by others before, you can gain basic Portuguese fluency in 300 hours from zero knowledge. Studying and getting feedback several hours a week you will be able to understand many phrases, express yourself, socialize in about a year. Offline interaction is not a practical option for everyone, so online classes are a rapid and affordable way of acquiring the basic knowledge of Portuguese. After acquiring basic skills, online marketplaces like Preply have Portuguese tutors who specialize in intensive classes for intermediate and advanced level practitioners.
🤷 How long does it take to achieve a good level of Portuguese?
Some people have a natural ability and learn languages quickly, but for most to go beyond the basics and gain working fluency in Portuguese will require at least 600 hours of practice. The required duration of time can differ by a lot depending on your current level of Portuguese or proficiency in other languages in the same group. As soon as you've learned the basics it is best to use the language as often as possible: watch videos, start a journal or write posts and comments using your new language skills, try to communicate with native speakers to speak with, try other ways to think and speak in Portuguese out loud. If it's more difficult than you had imagined you can also take conversational Portuguese classes online.
🤳 Can I choose my own Portuguese coach?
In learning centers, there's a likelyhood you could choose your own tutor (from select few). Online, certainly! The largest selection of approved Portuguese tutors with video profiles and customer 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 twice a week over a semester (75-day period). Language schools usually have 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.