Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
🌆 How to learn Thai in Vienna and what are my options in terms of commitment?
Besides self-study with mobile applications, you have a few principal choices for learning Thai interactively in Vienna. 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 2nd spource can be local commercial language academies that are better priced and flexible in schedule and requirements. Third, government-supported learning centers usually offer cheaper group and more expensive in-person courses. Fourth, you can look for a private Thai tutor in Vienna. If flexibility is key, you can compare local Vienna and online Thai tutors.
🎟 Is it cheap to learn Thai and what does a lesson with a tutor of Thai cost?
For university and college courses you can estimate Thai course cost as one-tenth of the yearly tuition (one course is usually 3 out of 30 credit hours offered) to get the overall charge for 45-48 lesson hours each semester. Language academies and independent Thai tutors charge $30-55 per hourly group lesson, with individual classes starting from $50 or more. Some of the most budget-friendly Thai tutors can be found online, with prices on Preply averaging 18 and tutor rates varying widely based on tutor hometown, experience and student demand. Average student satisfaction for Thai lessons on Preply is 4.97 out of 5 stars.
📚 What are the requirements for Thai language skill level to sign up for a course?
When considering college and learning center classes be prepared to show a language test profeciency score or take an entrance test to determine your level. All classes vary widely in terms of textbook quality, homework commitment and tests, so research the details in advance. With personal Thai tutors you can find out in advance for whom the tutor is effective with and which other add-ons they make available (like classes for adults, etc.) For better flexibility, choose a tutor from a wide selection of those teaching online.
🔥 Why is Thai so hard and are there ways to learn it in a better way?
Standardized language instruction practiced in schools is not the most effective way to learn Thai. Realistically, you can gain basic Thai fluency in 300 hours from zero knowledge. Studying and getting feedback 5 hours a week you will be able to understand everyday expressions, express yourself, get proficient in daily routines in about a year. Finding native speakers is not a practical option for everyone, so online classes are a quick and affordable way of acquiring the basic knowledge of Thai. After gaining basic skills, online marketplaces like Preply have Thai tutors who specialize in intensive classes for intermediate and advanced level practitioners.
🤷 How long does it take to achieve a good level of Thai?
Some people have a natural ability and learn languages quickly, but for most to go beyond the basics and gain working fluency in Thai will demand at least 600 hours of practice. The amount of time can differ by a lot depending on your current level of Thai or familiarity with 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 TV, write using your new language skills, seek native speakers to speak with, try additional ways to think and speak in Thai out loud. If this is a greater challenge than you had anticipated you can also take conversational Thai classes online.
🤳 What are my options when choosing the Thai teacher?
In language centers, there's a chance you can choose your own tutor (from the ones who already work there). Online, certainly! The largest selection of approved Thai tutors with extensive profiles and true reviews is available on online language learning marketplaces like Preply.
🗓 What time of day and on which days are classes available?
Colleges usually structure classes twice a week over a semester (75-day period). Language schools typically 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.