Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
🌆 How can I master Hindi in Vancouver and what does it take in terms of commitment?
Besides self-study with mobile applications, you have four principal possibilities for learning Hindi interactively in Vancouver. 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 cheaper.) Your other option can be local specialized language academies that are cheaper and flexible in schedule and requirements. Third, international learning centers usually offer cheaper group and more expensive in-person courses. Last, you can opt for a private Hindi tutor in Vancouver. If flexibility is key, you can compare local Vancouver and online Hindi tutors.
🎟 Is it affordable to learn Hindi and what do Hindi tutors charge?
For university and college courses you can estimate Hindi course cost as 1/10th of the yearly tuition (one course is usually 3 out of 30 credit hours offered) to get the overall charge for 1/2 of a hundred course hours each semester. Language centers and individual Hindi tutors charge $30-55 per hourly group lesson, with individual classes starting around $50 or more. Some of the less pricey Hindi tutors can be found online, with rates on Preply averaging 12 and tutor rates varying widely based on tutor location, positive reviews and student demand. Average student satisfaction 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. Planned classes vary widely in terms of textbook quality, homework commitment and testing, so research each program in advance. With personal Hindi tutors you can find reviews for whom the tutor is effective with and which other specializations they make available (like intermediate level practice, advanced students etc.) For best flexibility, choose a tutor from a wide selection of those teaching online.
🔥 Why is Hindi so challenging and are there ways to learn it in a better 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 a few hours a week you will be able to understand many phrases, be understood when you talk, shop and place orders in about a year. Offline interaction is not a practical option for everyone, so online classes are a quick and easy way of acquiring the basic knowledge of Hindi. After attaining basic skills, online marketplaces like Preply have Hindi tutors who specialize in intensive classes for intermediate and advanced level practitioners.
🤷 How long does it take to achieve a good level of Hindi?
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 Hindi will take at least 600 hours of active use. The required duration of time can differ quite a bit depending on your available level of Hindi or familiarity with other languages in the same group. After alphabet and basic reading it is advised to use the language as often as possible: watch television, write by hand and online using your new language skills, try to communicate with native speakers to speak with, try more ways to think and speak in Hindi out loud. If this is not easy you can also take conversational Hindi classes online.
🤳 Can I choose my own Hindi teacher?
In language centers, you can possibly choose your own tutor (from a limited pool). Online, of course! The largest selection of tested Hindi tutors with extensive profiles and comprehensive reviews is available on online language learning 'supermarkets' 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 (75-day period). Language schools usually make available 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.