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      Thai classes in Chicago, IL: Find a private tutor near you

      In the market for Thai lessons in Chicago, IL? On Preply you can choose from 172 Thai teachers near you for 1-to-1 lessons online. With online instead of face-to-face classes you can follow classes at any moment you want, wherever you are. This way your packed schedule won't be in the way of your language learning development. Schedule online Thai lessons in Chicago, IL from as little as $ 8 per hour. Preply is the most rapid growing language learning platform for online private classes. Whether you have just relocated and want to learn the native language of a country or want to learn a new language for work, we have the best teacher for you. Book Thai classes near you and start learning today!
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        1. Tutor thai Chompunuch P.

          $

          15

          50-min lesson

          • Thai

          Time zone: Chicago, IL

            Speaks

          Unlock Thai fluency : Learn like a friends, Speak like locals! — Whether you're planning a trip, reconnecting with your heritage, or just curious, I'm here for you.

          Join me for your first step to conquer Thai language together! With the unique, friendly, and fun teaching style; your victory in Thai language and culture is in our hands!.

          Why choose Chompunuch P.

          "The lesson was sooo fun! She made what would be frustrating and difficult work into play. Will be continuing lessons for sure."

          Nick

          Nick

          July 20, 2024

          1. Tutor thai Nontaporn P.

            New

            tutor

            $

            15

            50-min lesson

            • Thai

            Time zone: Chicago, IL

              Speaks

            To explore Thailand and culture with A Thai native tutor. — Hello, I am Kru Sôm, Thai native who was born and grew up in Thailand. I have been working with foreigners who are a trader for over 10 years. And few years in Thai tutor.
            I have an experience of Thai tutor in online and on-site class. I have a certificate of Teaching Thai language for foreigners.

            1. Tutor thai Natcha F.

              $

              15

              50-min lesson

              • Thai

              Time zone: Chicago, IL

                Speaks

              Native, Experienced and Friendly Thai Tutor with more 7+Years’Experience. Making Learning Thai Language Enjoyable. — I
              'm here to support you to use Thai with confidence and accuracy in reading,writing, speaking.

              Book a lesson with me. Let's discuss your goals and how i can support you to achieve them.
              I teach to kids and adults, to starter and intermediates. Each lesson will be tailored to fit your goals and your progress.

              Why choose Natcha F.

              "Really enjoy learning with Natcha! She is well organized, kind, and makes learning easy to follow. Highly recommend!"

              Kaylee

              Kaylee

              May 17, 2024

              1. Tutor thai Jutharat M.

                $

                20

                50-min lesson

                • Thai

                Time zone: Chicago, IL

                  Speaks

                certified tutor holder with 5 years experience in teaching Thai language online — - 4+ years of teaching experience.
                - Advanced Certificate in teaching Thai to speakers of other languages holder.
                Book a trial lesson with me so we can discuss your goals and how I can help you to improve your Thai.
                - Empathy and patient
                - Completed training in effective teaching skills and techniques, incorporating newly teaching methods, etc.

                Why choose Jutharat M.

                "Sipa Is Very Knowledgeable And Patient With Her Students. She speaks And Understands English Very Well. She Explains Everything Very Clearly Making Sure We Understands Well. She Also Is Very Quick With Responding To Questions Off Class Timing. 100% Recommend You To Learn Thai With Her! She Makes Class So Fun That 1 Hour Is Not Enough! Good Teacher!"

                Tan

                Tan

                April 23, 2023

                1. Tutor thai Thanakorn S.

                  $

                  17

                  50-min lesson

                  • Thai

                  Time zone: Chicago, IL

                    Speaks
                  +1

                  Speak basic Thai in 10 hour tutor — Hello guy, My name is Gee.
                  I have been teaching Thai to foreigner for 4 years.
                  I'm interested in improve people their Thai language in easy way! because Thai grammar is similar in English.
                  I can teach you tips in learning Thai.
                  How to pronounce correctly to make sure Thai people will understand you.

                  Why choose Thanakorn S.

                  "Gee is fun to talk with and flexible with lesson plans and topics. I'm looking forward to studying more with him "

                  Adam

                  Adam

                  September 29, 2023

                  1. Tutor thai Ratchi M.

                    $

                    20

                    50-min lesson

                    • Thai

                    Time zone: Chicago, IL

                      Speaks
                    +1

                    Unterricht Thailändisch für Deutsche — Am meisten übe ich mit meinen Schülern Hören und Sprechen.
                    Unterrichtsbegleitende Materialien sind inklusive.

                    Ich freue mich auf dich!

                    Im Unterricht wird sehr entspannt läuft und viel Kommunikation von kein Wort bis ihr könnt sprechen und verstanden und. Mit mir ihr und meine Wege als „Thailändisch ist eine einfache Sprache „

                    1. Tutor thai Pornpimol W.
                      Super Tutor

                      $

                      15

                      50-min lesson

                      • Thai

                      Time zone: Chicago, IL

                        Speaks

                      🤔Who is Teacher Pingping’s class suitable for? ✅Children ✅Those who are interested in Thai/Thai language ✅Office workers/those who work abroad in Thailand ✅Those who want to travel to Thailand ✅Those who want to study in Thailand 🎯Course — ⭐For example: middle, high, bass + tone + tail tone, etc. )
                      ⭐You can start with Roman Pinyin and then learn Pinyin.
                      ⭐But, I want to learn Pinyin from the beginning!
                      ⭐If you/you want to start with Thai pinyin: ⭐At least 10 lessons, because there are many rules in Thai.

                      Why choose Pornpimol W.

                      "A warm-hearted Thai teacher, Pornpimol has guided me from being completely lost in learning Thai to now feeling confident in reading Thai every day. She ignites my joy in learning the language. With her extensive experience, she teaches pronunciation of consonants and vowels more effectively than learning on my own through YouTube videos, emphasizing the importance of correcting my pronunciation. Pornpimol is incredibly patient and experienced. Moreover, she speaks both English and Chinese excellently, making her teaching suitable for students who speak either Chinese or English as their native language. I feel extremely fortunate to have met Pornpimol as my teacher! Pornpimol 老師非常推薦給母語是中文的朋友們。 "

                      Lucas

                      Lucas

                      April 12, 2024

                      1. Tutor thai Benjarong K.

                        $

                        18

                        50-min lesson

                        • Thai

                        Time zone: Chicago, IL

                          Speaks

                        A Native Thai speaker who has been living in the United States for 6 years — Go with the flow and let the result proved it. It’s also a good way for me to assess your level and get an idea of what you need help with.

                        The trial lesson is a great way for us to learn more about each other and to help you decide if am I the right Thai teacher for you.

                        Why choose Benjarong K.

                        "Positive, helpful, engaging"

                        Nathan

                        Nathan

                        November 28, 2023

                        1. Tutor thai Siri P.
                          Super Tutor

                          $

                          19

                          50-min lesson

                          • Thai

                          Time zone: Chicago, IL

                            Speaks

                          Certified tutor with experiences of teaching foreign adults and kids, I'm happy to teach Thai to foreigners who are interested in learning our language and our culture. There will be a friendly atmosphere and laughter in my class room. — I used to teach kids and adults from Europe, USA, Asia and Australia.

                          I have one year of experience in teaching Thai to foreigners.

                          Unlock the beauty of Thai culture with me! Let's embark on an exciting language journey together, where we'll explore new perspectives and connect with amazing people from around the world.

                          Why choose Siri P.

                          "Kruu Siri is a kind and engaging tutor. Her English is excellent; she was able to explain some nuances of Thai that I hadn't heard before. I enjoy her relaxed and friendly teaching style and would very much recommend her as tutor."

                          scole

                          scole

                          March 13, 2024

                          1. Tutor thai Pimonpan W.

                            $

                            20

                            50-min lesson

                            • Thai

                            Time zone: Chicago, IL

                              Speaks

                            Would you like to level up your Thai? Let’s know more about reading and writing for better understanding Thai people and Thai culture. Take your Thai fluency and naturally for the next level. — With good guideline and training correctly, this will help you to upgrade your skills ; speaking / reading / writing quickly. Let’s do it!
                            - 15 years’ experience of working with the foreign collogues in the international company, I taught them basic daily words and also words in the work area (Jewelry Business).

                            Why choose Pimonpan W.

                            "Pimonpan is a very patient and understanding instructor. She is skillful in helping English speakers overcome the challenge of learning the Thai language."

                            Koichiro

                            Koichiro

                            May 4, 2022

                          Why Preply is the best site to learn thai in Chicago, IL

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                          thai tutors with an average rating of 5 and up to 176 reviews

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                          thai lessons prices by tutor city

                          Private tutors inPrice
                          New York, NY

                          $15 / hr

                          Los Angeles, CA

                          $15 / hr

                          Chicago, IL

                          $15 / hr

                          Average rates for thai classes in Chicago, IL

                          Native/non native speakersPrice

                          Native thai speakers

                          $17 / hr

                          Non native thai speakers

                          $13 / hr

                          The average cost for thai classes in Chicago, IL may vary from other locations and depending on the teacher nationality, so here is a price comparison to help you find your best fit online tutor.

                          How Thai learners from Chicago, IL rate their Preply experience
                          Eddie rated · Thai tutor.
                          5.0Jul 1, 2024
                          Kruu Thip is great at combining day to day useful language skills with fundamentals! Really fantastic!
                          Anthony rated · Thai tutor.
                          5.0Jul 1, 2024
                          Thidarat is very fun and engaging during class and is able to support my learning as a complete beginner. I am thoroughly enjoying the classes and very much appreciate the effort she puts into the classes!
                          Pat rated · Thai tutor.
                          5.0Jun 30, 2024
                          I had a very good class with Khru Jay this morning, he just taught me the meaning of the long name of the capital of Bangkok, where he broke down each syllable and define the root of it, very interesting!!! I have always wanted to know why Bangkok has such a long name and today I've got the ans...
                          Josephine rated · Thai tutor.
                          5.0Jun 27, 2024
                          Absolutely enjoyed trial session with Bird! Her energy is very encouraging and I've already immediately sign up for regular sessions. Khob Khun ka, Bird!
                          Princess Bhea rated · Thai tutor.
                          5.0Jun 26, 2024
                          P'Fern is a very kind and patient Teacher! She always corrects my pronunciation if I do it wrong. She likes to connect with her students and make them feel comfortable. I felt comfortable throughout the session. I learned a lot with her, she has learning materials that are very useful, and I wish...

                          Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

                          🌆 How do I skill up on Thai in Chicago, IL and what does it take in terms of commitment?

                          Besides self-study with recorded courses, you have 4 primary possibilities for learning Thai interactively in Chicago, IL. First, universities and community colleges are an especially good idea for in-state residents. Also, ask about the centers for continuing education and professional studies (they are a little more affordable.) Your other possibility can be local commercial language academies that are cheaper 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 Thai tutor in Chicago, IL. If flexibility is key, you can compare local Chicago, IL and online Thai tutors.

                          🎟 Is it cheap to learn Thai and how much should Thai tutors ask?

                          For university and college courses you can estimate Thai course cost by dividing annual tuition by 10 (one course is usually 3 out of 30 credit hours offered) to get the overall charge for 45-48 lesson hours each semester. Language centers and independent Thai tutors charge $30-55 an hourly group lesson, with individual classes starting from $50 or more. Some of the better priced Thai tutors can be found online, with tuition on Preply averaging 18 and tutor rates varying widely based on tutor country of residence, positive reviews and student demand. Average student satisfaction for Thai lessons on Preply is 4.98 out of 5 stars.

                          📚 What are the requirements for Thai language skill level to sign up for a course?

                          When considering college and learning center classes be prepared demonstrate proof of your current level. All classes vary widely in terms of textbook quality, homework load and graded tasks, so research the details in advance. With personal Thai tutors you can find reviews 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 best flexibility, choose a tutor from a wide selection of those teaching online.

                          🔥 Why is Thai not easy and are there ways to learn it in a better way?

                          Standardized language instruction practiced in schools is not the most effective way to learn Thai. As proven by others before, you can gain basic Thai fluency in 300 hours from zero knowledge. Studying and getting feedback five hours a week you will be able to understand most expressions, 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 quick and fun way of acquiring the basic knowledge of Thai. After gaining basic skills, online marketplaces like Preply have Thai tutors who specialize in intensive classes for intermediate and advanced students.

                          🤷 How long does it take to get better at speaking Thai?

                          Some people have a natural ability and learn languages quickly, but for most to go beyond the basics and gain working fluency in Thai will require at least 600 hours of study. The amount of time can differ quite a bit depending on your existing level of Thai or knowledge of other languages in the same group. As soon as you've learned the basics it is a good idea to use the language as often as possible: watch videos, write using your new language skills, try to communicate with native speakers to speak with, try more ways to think and speak in Thai out loud. If you're struggling when starting a discusssion you can also take conversational Thai classes online.

                          🤳 Can I choose my own Thai instructor?

                          In language learning academies, it's possible that you can choose your own tutor (from the ones who already work there). Online, always! The largest selection of approved Thai tutors with detailed profiles and customer reviews is available on online language learning resources like Preply.

                          🗓 What's the lesson schedule like?

                          Colleges as a rule run classes twice a week over a semester (15-week period). Language schools typically offer 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.