Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
🌆 How to learn Hungarian in Vancouver and what are the possibilities in terms of commitment?
Besides self-study with apps, you have 4 main options for learning Hungarian interactively in Vancouver. 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 cheaper.) Your other possibility can be local private 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. Last, you can look for a private Hungarian tutor in Vancouver. If flexibility is key, you can compare local Vancouver and online Hungarian tutors.
🎟 Is it cheap to learn Hungarian and how much should Hungarian tutors ask?
For university and college courses you can estimate Hungarian course cost by dividing annual tuition by ten (one course is usually 3 out of 30 credit hours offered) to get the cost of 1/2 of a hundred instruction hours each semester. Language schools and individual Hungarian tutors charge $30-55 per hourly group lesson, with private classes starting from $50 or more. Some of the better priced Hungarian tutors can be found online, with costs on Preply averaging 24 and tutor rates varying widely based on tutor location, availability and specialization. Average reviews 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 commitment and exams, so research all such requirements in advance. With personal Hungarian tutors you can read reviews and get a good idea for whom the tutor is effective with and which other add-ons they make available (like intermediate level practice, advanced students etc.) For best flexibility, choose a tutor from many 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 phrases, speak on some level, get proficient in daily routines in about a year. Offline interaction is not a practical option for everyone, so online classes are a ready and affordable way of acquiring the basic knowledge of Hungarian. After attaining basic skills, online marketplaces like Preply have Hungarian tutors who specialize in intensive classes for intermediate and advanced learners.
🤷 How long does it take to master Hungarian?
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 Hungarian will take at least 600 hours of study. The required duration of time can differ significantly depending on your already acquired level of Hungarian or familiarity with other languages in the same group. After alphabet and basic reading it is recommended to use the language as often as possible: watch TV, start a journal or write posts and comments using your new language skills, try to communicate with native speakers to speak with, try additional ways to think and speak in Hungarian out loud. If it's more difficult than you had imagined you can also take conversational Hungarian classes online.
🤳 What are my options when choosing the Hungarian teacher?
In language learning academies, you can possibly choose your own tutor (from the ones who already work there). Online, always! The largest selection of approved Hungarian tutors with full profiles and customer reviews is available on online language learning 'supermarkets' like Preply.
🗓 What's the lesson schedule like?
Colleges offer classes twice a week over a semester (75-day period). Language schools usually make available 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.