Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
🌆 How do I improve my Greek in Asheville, NC and is possible to go light in terms of commitment?
Besides self-study using apps, you have four primary possibilities for learning Greek interactively in Asheville, NC. 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 a little more affordable.) Your other option can be local commercial 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. Last, you can find a private Greek tutor in Asheville, NC. If flexibility is key, you can compare local Asheville, NC and online Greek tutors.
🎟 Is it expensive to learn Greek and what are the ballpark lesson costs for Greek tutors?
For university and college courses you can estimate Greek course cost by dividing annual tuition by 10 (one course is usually 3 out of 30 credit hours offered) to get the cost of 1/2 of a hundred course hours each semester. Language academies and private Greek tutors charge $30-55 per hourly group lesson, with private classes starting from $50 or more. Some of the better priced Greek tutors can be found online, with prices on Preply averaging 25 and tutor rates varying widely based on tutor location, experience and student demand. Customer review average for Greek lessons on Preply is 4.99 out of 5 stars.
📚 How much Greek do I need to know to sign up for a course?
When considering college and learning center classes be prepared to show a language test profeciency score or take an entrance test to determine your level. Planned classes vary widely in terms of textbook quality, homework load and graded tasks, so research each program in advance. With personal Greek tutors you can find out in advance 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 who are teaching online.
🔥 Why is Greek not easy and are there ways to learn it faster?
Standardized language instruction practiced in schools is not the most effective way to learn Greek. In reality, you can gain basic Greek fluency in 300 hours from zero knowledge. Studying and getting feedback 5 hours a week you will be able to understand most 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 enjoyable way of acquiring the basic knowledge of Greek. After acquiring basic skills, online marketplaces like Preply have Greek tutors who specialize in intensive classes for intermediate and advanced learners.
🤷 How long does it take to learn Greek?
Some people have a natural ability and learn languages quickly, but for most to go beyond the basics and gain working fluency in Greek will require at least 600 hours of practice. The amount of time can differ by a lot depending on your already acquired level of Greek 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 news and movies, try typing 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 Greek out loud. If this is not easy you can also take conversational Greek classes online.
🤳 What are my options when choosing the Greek instructor?
In colleges and universities, there's a chance you can choose your own tutor (from a limited pool). Online, certainly! The largest selection of tested Greek tutors with full profiles and customer reviews is available on online language learning marketplaces like Preply.
🗓 What's the best time to schedule classes?
Colleges usually schedule classes two times weekly over a semester (15-week period). Language schools typically 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.