Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
🌆 How do I skill up on Hungarian in Washington, DC and what are the possibilities in terms of commitment?
Besides self-study using apps, you have four principal possibilities for learning Hungarian interactively in Washington, DC. First, universities and community colleges are an especially good idea for in-state residents. Also, research centers for continuing education and professional studies (they are better priced.) Your other possibility can be local for-profit language academies that charge less and flexible in schedule and requirements. Third, non-profit learning centers usually offer cheaper group and more expensive in-person courses. Finally, you can opt for a private Hungarian tutor in Washington, DC. If flexibility is key, you can compare local Washington, DC and online Hungarian tutors.
🎟 Is it affordable to learn Hungarian and what do Hungarian tutors charge?
For university and college courses you can estimate Hungarian course cost as one-tenth of the yearly tuition (one course is usually 3 out of 30 credit hours offered) to get the rate for about 50 lesson hours each semester. Language schools and individual Hungarian tutors charge $30-55 per hourly group lesson, with individual classes starting around $50 or more. Some of the less pricey Hungarian tutors can be found online, with costs on Preply averaging 24 and tutor rates varying widely based on tutor hometown, ratings and popularity. Real student rating average 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 pass a few pre-requisites. All classes vary widely in terms of textbook quality, homework load and tests, so research all such requirements in advance. With personal Hungarian tutors you can read real feedback 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 best flexibility, choose a tutor from many teaching online.
🔥 Why is Hungarian so difficult and are there ways to learn it the easy way?
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 a few hours a week you will be able to understand most phrases, express yourself, shop and place orders in about a year. Finding native speakers is not a practical option for everyone, so online classes are a quick and fun way of acquiring the basic knowledge of Hungarian. After mastering basic skills, online marketplaces like Preply have Hungarian tutors who specialize in intensive classes for intermediate and advanced speakers.
🤷 How long does it take to achieve a good level of 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 quite a bit depending on your available level of Hungarian or proficiency in other languages in the same group. After alphabet and basic reading it is recommended to use the language as often as possible: watch TV, try typing using your new language skills, find native speakers to speak with, try other 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.
🤳 Can I pick my own Hungarian instructor?
In colleges and universities, there's a chance you can choose your own tutor (from up to a dozen teachers). Online, certainly! The largest selection of tested Hungarian tutors with extensive profiles and customer reviews is available on online language learning 'supermarkets' like Preply.
🗓 Will I be able to fit lessons in my busy schedule?
Colleges usually schedule classes twice a week over a semester (15-week period). Language schools usually make available shorter, 8-week, 12-week, and 16-week course sessions. Online, you can choose your own lesson frequency and time, on weekdays and/or weekends.