Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
🌆 How do I improve my French in Ternopil and is possible to go light in terms of commitment?
Besides self-study with special programs, you have four primary possibilities for learning French interactively in Ternopil. 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 less pricey.) Your 2nd resource can be local specialized language academies that cost less and flexible in schedule and requirements. Third, international learning centers usually offer cheaper group and more expensive in-person courses. Fourth, you can choose a private French tutor in Ternopil. If flexibility is key, you can compare local Ternopil and online French tutors.
🎟 Is it affordable to learn French and how much should French tutors ask?
For university and college courses you can estimate French course cost by dividing annual tuition by ten (one course is usually 3 out of 30 credit hours offered) to get the cost of about 50 course hours each semester. Language academies and private French tutors charge $30-55 an hourly group lesson, with private classes starting around $50 or more. Some of the most budget-friendly French tutors can be found online, with tuition on Preply averaging 22 and tutor rates varying widely based on tutor country of residence, ratings and languages the tutor can teach in. Average reviews for French lessons on Preply is 4.93 out of 5 stars.
📚 How much French do I need to know to sign up for a course?
When considering college and learning center classes be prepared prove your profeciency level. All classes vary widely in terms of textbook quality, homework volume and testing, so research the details in advance. With personal French tutors you can find out in advance for whom the tutor is effective with and which other extras they make available (like classes for adults, etc.) For better flexibility, choose a tutor from those teaching online.
🔥 Why is French so difficult 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 French. As proven by others before, you can gain basic French fluency in 300 hours from zero knowledge. Studying and getting feedback five hours a week you will be able to understand everyday phrases, speak on some level, get proficient in daily routines in about a year. Relocating is not a practical option for everyone, so online classes are a rapid and enjoyable way of acquiring the basic knowledge of French. After mastering basic skills, online marketplaces like Preply have French tutors who specialize in intensive classes for intermediate and advanced students.
🤷 How long does it take to learn French?
Some people have a natural ability and learn languages quickly, but for most to go beyond the basics and gain working fluency in French will take at least 600 hours of active use. The amount of time can differ quite a bit depending on your existing level of French or knowledge of other languages in the same group. As soon as you've learned the basics it is advised to use the language as often as possible: watch TV, write by hand and online using your new language skills, find native speakers to speak with, try other ways to think and speak in French out loud. If this is a greater challenge than you had anticipated you can also take conversational French classes online.
🤳 Can I pick my own French tutor?
In colleges and universities, you can possibly choose your own tutor (from the ones who already work there). Online, certainly! The largest selection of approved French tutors with detailed profiles and customer reviews is available on online language learning platforms like Preply.
🗓 Will I be able to fit lessons in my busy schedule?
Colleges typically offer classes twice a week over a semester (15-week period). Language schools as a rule have shorter, 8-week, 12-week, and 16-week course sessions. Online, you can take as few as one lesson a year, as many as several a day - and as many (or as few) as you want during any time of day, on weekdays and/or weekends.