Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
🌆 How do I improve my Polish in Wroclaw and what are my options in terms of commitment?
Besides self-study with apps, you have a few key options for learning Polish interactively in Wroclaw. 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 cheaper.) Your 2nd possibility can be local specialized 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. 4th and last, you can look for a private Polish tutor in Wroclaw. If flexibility is key, you can compare local Wroclaw and online Polish tutors.
🎟 Is it cheap to learn Polish and what does a lesson with a tutor of Polish cost?
For university and college courses you can estimate Polish 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 about 50 instruction hours each semester. Language centers and private Polish tutors charge $30-55 an hourly group lesson, with individual classes starting from $50 or more. Some of the most budget-friendly Polish tutors can be found online, with prices on Preply averaging 22 and tutor rates varying widely based on tutor hometown, availability and languages the tutor can teach in. Customer review average for Polish lessons on Preply is 4.95 out of 5 stars.
📚 What are the requirements for Polish language skill level to sign up for a course?
When considering college and learning center classes be prepared demonstrate proof of your current level. Predetermined curriculum classes vary widely in terms of textbook quality, homework volume and testing, so research the details in advance. With personal Polish tutors you can find reviews for whom the tutor is effective with and which other specializations they make available (like intermediate level practice, advanced students etc.) For more flexibility, choose a tutor from those teaching online.
🔥 Why is Polish so hard and are there ways to learn it faster?
Standardized language instruction practiced in schools is not the most effective way to learn Polish. Realistically, you can gain basic Polish fluency in 300 hours from zero knowledge. Studying and getting feedback 5 hours a week you will be able to understand many sentences, be understood when you talk, socialize in about a year. Finding native speakers is not a practical option for everyone, so online classes are a ready and fun way of acquiring the basic knowledge of Polish. After attaining basic skills, online marketplaces like Preply have Polish tutors who specialize in intensive classes for intermediate and advanced speakers.
🤷 How long does it take to learn Polish?
Some people just have a natural ability and learn languages quickly, but for most to go beyond the basics and gain working fluency in Polish will require at least 600 hours of dedication. The length of time can differ by a lot depending on your existing level of Polish or proficiency in 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 videos, try typing using your new language skills, find native speakers to speak with, try more ways to think and speak in Polish out loud. If it's more difficult than you had imagined you can also take conversational Polish classes online.
🤳 What are my options when choosing the Polish instructor?
In learning centers, it's possible that you can choose your own tutor (from up to a dozen teachers). Online, always! The largest selection of verified Polish tutors with video profiles and real student reviews is available on online language learning platforms like Preply.
🗓 What's the best time to schedule classes?
Colleges as a rule offer classes twice a week over a semester (75-day period). Language schools usually offer 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.