Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
🌆 How to learn Hindi in Los Angeles, CA and what are my options in terms of commitment?
Besides self-study with mobile applications, you have four primary options for learning Hindi interactively in Los Angeles, CA. 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 2nd spource can be local for-profit language academies that charge less and flexible in schedule and requirements. Third, not-for-profit learning centers usually offer cheaper group and more expensive in-person courses. 4th and last, you can look for a private Hindi tutor in Los Angeles, CA. If flexibility is key, you can compare local Los Angeles, CA and online Hindi tutors.
🎟 Is it cheap to learn Hindi and what do Hindi tutors charge?
For university and college courses you can estimate Hindi course cost as one-tenth of the yearly tuition (one course is usually 3 out of 30 credit hours offered) to get the cost of 45-48 lesson hours each semester. Language academies and independent Hindi tutors charge $30-55 for hourly group lesson, with individual classes starting around $50 or more. Some of the less pricey Hindi tutors can be found online, with costs on Preply averaging 11 and tutor rates varying widely based on tutor location, availability and student demand. Real student rating average for Hindi lessons on Preply is 4.9 out of 5 stars.
📚 What level of Hindi do I need 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 volume and exams, so research each program in advance. With personal Hindi tutors you can find out in advance for whom the tutor is effective with and which other extras they make available (like instruction for beginners, etc.) For better flexibility, choose a tutor from a wide selection of those teaching online.
🔥 Why is Hindi so challenging and are there ways to learn it in a better way?
Formal language instruction practiced in schools is not the most effective way to learn Hindi. As proven by others before, you can gain basic Hindi fluency in 300 hours from zero knowledge. Studying and getting feedback 5 hours a week you will be able to understand common expressions, speak on some level, socialize in about a year. Physical language immersion is not a practical option for everyone, so online classes are a quick and fun way of acquiring the basic knowledge of Hindi. After mastering basic skills, online marketplaces like Preply have Hindi tutors who specialize in intensive classes for intermediate and advanced speakers.
🤷 How long does it take to master Hindi?
Some people brag about their natural ability and learn languages quickly, but for most to go beyond the basics and gain working fluency in Hindi will demand at least 600 hours of practice. The amount of time can differ by a lot depending on your current level of Hindi 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 news and movies, write by hand and online using your new language skills, look for native speakers to speak with, try as many as possible ways to think and speak in Hindi out loud. If this is not easy you can also take conversational Hindi classes online.
🤳 What are my options when choosing the Hindi teacher?
In language learning academies, you can possibly choose your own tutor (from select few). Online, of course! The largest selection of pre-screened Hindi tutors with full profiles and customer reviews is available on online language learning platforms like Preply.
🗓 What's the lesson schedule like?
Colleges offer classes two times weekly over a semester (75-day period). Language schools typically make available shorter, 8-week, 12-week, and 16-week course sessions. Online, allows the flexibility to schedule lessons around your commitments, on weekdays and/or weekends.