Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
🌆 How can I master Spanish in Milan and what does it take in terms of commitment?
Besides self-study with apps, you have several principal choices for learning Spanish interactively in Milan. 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 better priced.) Your second resource can be local private language academies that are cheaper and flexible in schedule and requirements. Third, international learning centers usually offer cheaper group and more expensive in-person courses. Finally, you can look for a private Spanish tutor in Milan. If flexibility is key, you can compare local Milan and online Spanish tutors.
🎟 Is it affordable to learn Spanish and how much should Spanish tutors ask?
For university and college courses you can estimate Spanish 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 class hours each semester. Language centers and private Spanish tutors charge $30-55 for hourly group lesson, with private classes starting around $50 or more. Some of the less pricey Spanish tutors can be found online, with tuition on Preply averaging 15 and tutor rates varying widely based on tutor hometown, ratings and specialization. Customer review average for Spanish lessons on Preply is 4.96 out of 5 stars.
📚 What level of Spanish do I need to sign up for a course?
When considering college and learning center classes be prepared demonstrate proof of your current level. 'Canned' classes vary widely in terms of textbook quality, homework load and tests, so research all such requirements in advance. With personal Spanish tutors you can read reviews and get a good idea for whom the tutor is effective with and which other specializations they make available (like instruction for beginners, etc.) For maximum flexibility, choose a tutor from a wide selection of those teaching online.
🔥 Why is Spanish not easy and are there ways to learn it in a better way?
One-size-fits-all language instruction practiced in schools is not the most effective way to learn Spanish. As proven by others before, you can gain basic Spanish fluency in 300 hours from zero knowledge. Studying and getting feedback a few hours a week you will be able to understand common sentences, express yourself, do most everyday tasks in about a year. Physical language immersion is not a practical option for everyone, so online classes are a ready and easy way of acquiring the basic knowledge of Spanish. After gaining basic skills, online marketplaces like Preply have Spanish tutors who specialize in intensive classes for intermediate and advanced learners.
🤷 How long does it take to master Spanish?
Some people have a natural ability and learn languages quickly, but for most to go beyond the basics and gain working fluency in Spanish will require at least 600 hours of practice. The actual range of time can differ significantly depending on your current level of Spanish or knowledge of other languages in the same group. As soon as you've learned the basics it is recommended to use the language as often as possible: watch news and movies, write by hand and online using your new language skills, find native speakers to speak with, try other ways to think and speak in Spanish out loud. If you're struggling when starting a discusssion you can also take conversational Spanish classes online.
🤳 What are my options when choosing the Spanish coach?
In language learning academies, there's a likelyhood you could choose your own tutor (from up to a dozen teachers). Online, absolutely! The largest selection of approved Spanish tutors with video profiles and true reviews is available on online language learning resources like Preply.
🗓 What's the lesson schedule like?
Colleges usually schedule classes two times weekly over a semester (75-day period). Language schools usually have shorter, 8-week, 12-week, and 16-week course sessions. Online, the number of lessons is really up to you, with early morning, day, evening and night classes available, on weekdays and/or weekends.