Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
🌆 How can I master Czech in Irvine, CA and what does it take in terms of commitment?
Besides self-study using apps, you have four main opportunities for learning Czech interactively in Irvine, CA. 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 less pricey.) Your other possibility can be local commercial 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. Fourth, you can look for a private Czech tutor in Irvine, CA. If flexibility is key, you can compare local Irvine, CA and online Czech tutors.
🎟 Is it cheap to learn Czech and what does a lesson with a tutor of Czech cost?
For university and college courses you can estimate Czech course cost by dividing annual tuition by ten (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 centers and private Czech tutors charge $30-55 an hourly group lesson, with individual classes starting around $50 or more. Some of the less pricey Czech tutors can be found online, with rates on Preply averaging 28 and tutor rates varying widely based on tutor hometown, availability and student demand. Average student satisfaction for Czech lessons on Preply is 4.95 out of 5 stars.
📚 What level of Czech do I need to sign up for a course?
When considering college and learning center classes be prepared prove your profeciency level. 'Canned' classes vary widely in terms of textbook quality, homework commitment and exams, so research each program in advance. With personal Czech tutors you can find reviews for whom the tutor is effective with and which other expertise 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 Czech so difficult and are there ways to learn it the easy way?
Standardized language instruction practiced in schools is not the most effective way to learn Czech. Realistically, you can gain basic Czech fluency in 300 hours from zero knowledge. Studying and getting feedback several hours a week you will be able to understand common sentences, be understood when you talk, do most everyday tasks in about a year. Physical language immersion is not a practical option for everyone, so online classes are a rapid and enjoyable way of acquiring the basic knowledge of Czech. After mastering basic skills, online marketplaces like Preply have Czech tutors who specialize in intensive classes for intermediate and advanced students.
🤷 How long does it take to learn Czech?
Some people seem to have a natural ability and learn languages quickly, but for most to go beyond the basics and gain working fluency in Czech will demand at least 600 hours of active use. The amount of time can differ significantly depending on your already acquired level of Czech or familiarity with 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 television, write by hand and online using your new language skills, seek native speakers to speak with, try other ways to think and speak in Czech out loud. If this is not easy you can also take conversational Czech classes online.
🤳 Can I pick my own Czech instructor?
In language learning academies, there's a chance you can choose your own tutor (from the ones who already work there). Online, absolutely! The largest selection of verified Czech tutors with video profiles and customer reviews is available on online language learning resources like Preply.
🗓 What time of day and on which days are classes available?
Colleges usually offer classes two times weekly over a semester (15-week period). Language schools typically 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.