Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
🌆 How do I skill up on Turkish in Kharkiv and is possible to go light in terms of commitment?
Besides self-study with special programs, you have four main opportunities for learning Turkish interactively in Kharkiv. 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 a little more affordable.) Your other spource 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 find a private Turkish tutor in Kharkiv. If flexibility is key, you can compare local Kharkiv and online Turkish tutors.
🎟 How expensive is it to learn Turkish and what does a lesson with a tutor of Turkish cost?
For university and college courses you can estimate Turkish 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 45-48 class hours each semester. Language schools and independent Turkish tutors charge $30-55 for hourly group lesson, with individual classes starting around $50 or more. Some of the better priced Turkish tutors can be found online, with costs on Preply averaging 15 and tutor rates varying widely based on tutor hometown, ratings and languages the tutor can teach in. Real student rating average for Turkish lessons on Preply is 4.94 out of 5 stars.
📚 What are the requirements for Turkish language skill level to sign up for a course?
When considering college and learning center classes be prepared prove your profeciency level. Planned classes vary widely in terms of textbook quality, homework commitment and graded tasks, so research all such requirements in advance. With personal Turkish 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 classes for students of A, B, or C leves, etc.) For maximum flexibility, choose a tutor from those teaching online.
🔥 Why is Turkish so difficult and are there ways to learn it more effectively?
One-size-fits-all language instruction practiced in schools is not the most effective way to learn Turkish. Realistically, you can gain basic Turkish fluency in 300 hours from zero knowledge. Studying and getting feedback 5 hours a week you will be able to understand everyday sentences, be understood when you talk, shop and place orders in about a year. Relocating is not a practical option for everyone, so online classes are a ready and enjoyable way of acquiring the basic knowledge of Turkish. After mastering basic skills, online marketplaces like Preply have Turkish tutors who specialize in intensive classes for intermediate and advanced speakers.
🤷 How long does it take to achieve a good level of Turkish?
Some people have a natural ability and learn languages quickly, but for most to go beyond the basics and gain working fluency in Turkish will demand at least 600 hours of practice. The length of time can differ a lot depending on your available level of Turkish or knowledge of other languages in the same group. After alphabet and basic reading it is recommended 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 as many as possible ways to think and speak in Turkish out loud. If you're struggling when starting a discusssion you can also take conversational Turkish classes online.
🤳 Can I choose my own Turkish tutor?
In language centers, it's possible that you can choose your own tutor (from select few). Online, absolutely! The largest selection of pre-screened Turkish tutors with video profiles and real student 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 two times weekly over a semester (75-day period). Language schools give 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.