Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
How to learn Turkish in Ankara and what does it take in terms of commitment?
Besides self-study with recorded courses, you have four primary opportunities for learning Turkish interactively in Ankara. 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 spource can be local commercial language academies that cost 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 look for a private Turkish tutor in Ankara. If flexibility is key, you can compare local Ankara and online Turkish tutors.
Is it affordable to learn Turkish and what do Turkish tutors charge?
For university and college courses you can estimate Turkish course cost by dividing annual tuition by 10 (one course is usually 3 out of 30 credit hours offered) to get the price of 1/2 of a hundred course hours each semester. Language academies and private Turkish tutors charge $30-55 for hourly group lesson, with private classes starting from $50 or more. Some of the most budget-friendly Turkish tutors can be found online, with prices on Preply averaging 13 and tutor rates varying widely based on tutor location, availability and languages the tutor can teach in. Customer review average for Turkish lessons on Preply is 4.94 out of 5 stars.
How much Turkish do I need to know to sign up for a course?
When considering college and learning center classes be prepared pass a few pre-requisites. Planned classes vary widely in terms of textbook quality, homework volume and exams, so research each program in advance. With personal Turkish tutors you can find out in advance for whom the tutor is effective with and which other expertise they make available (like instruction for beginners, etc.) For maximum flexibility, choose a tutor from those teaching online.
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Standardized language instruction practiced in schools is not the most effective way to learn Turkish. In reality, you can gain basic Turkish fluency in 300 hours from zero knowledge. Studying and getting feedback several hours a week you will be able to understand most words, speak on some level, get proficient in daily routines in about a year. Offline interaction is not a practical option for everyone, so online classes are a ready and affordable way of acquiring the basic knowledge of Turkish. After gaining basic skills, online marketplaces like Preply have Turkish tutors who specialize in intensive classes for intermediate and advanced learners.
How long does it take to get better at speaking Turkish?
Some people have a natural ability and learn languages quickly, but for most to go beyond the basics and gain working fluency in Turkish will take at least 600 hours of active use. The length of time can differ a lot depending on your already acquired level of Turkish 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 videos, write by hand and online using your new language skills, try to communicate with native speakers to speak with, try more ways to think and speak in Turkish out loud. If this is a greater challenge than you had anticipated you can also take conversational Turkish classes online.
How many possibilities do I choose among when I select the right Turkish tutor?
In colleges and universities, you can possibly choose your own tutor (from a limited pool). Online, certainly! The largest selection of pre-screened Turkish tutors with full profiles and real student reviews is available on online language learning platforms like Preply.
What's the best time to schedule classes?
Colleges usually offer classes twice a week over a semester (75-day period). Language schools typically have 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.