Take Persian lessons with a private tutor

Why is it a good idea to learn Persian?

When we think about learning foreign languages, Persian (also known as Farsi) is probably not the first language that comes to our minds. Yet, it's a surprisingly popular language among students for several reasons. Farsi is spoken by over 90 million people in Iran. Additionally, Dari and Tajik, which are two other dialects of Persian, are spoken by 33 and 10 million native speakers, respectively. As Farsi, Dari and Tajik are generally mutually intelligible, the number of Persian speakers in the world can be estimated at over 133 million. Even though it has fewer speakers than English, it's still a major language in the world. Another reason to learn Farsi is Persian culture. The language has a centuries-old literary tradition and an important musical and poetic heritage. An English speaker with Farsi skills can travel through Iran and other Persian-speaking countries, discover their history and practice the language with native speakers. Finally, even though it belongs to the Indo-European language family, Persian has few similarities with English. It even uses a different writing system. Learning Farsi can be a true intellectual challenge that will introduce you to new ways of thinking and viewing the world.

How difficult is Persian to learn?

Due to its distinct vocabulary and writing system, Persian is considered a difficult language for an English speaker to learn. You may first need several months of lessons to get used to its letters. Its grammar rules aren't always straightforward. You should also be ready to memorize lots of new words. Overall, it's advisable for an English speaker to start learning Farsi with a native tutor with years of experience who can correct their pronunciation and progressively teach them the different aspects of the language. They can also share important cultural details, which will be useful if you plan to travel to Iran and other Persian-speaking countries. More advanced learners can benefit from lessons with native tutors through active practice. Speaking Farsi will help you consolidate vocabulary and build confidence using the language lesson by lesson.

Where can I take Persian lessons in Canada?

If you are looking for a native Farsi tutor in Canada, you can first search for local Persian language schools in your city. For instance, Montreal has two language schools, the Ferdowsi Persian School and Dehkhoda School, where Persian is taught by tutors with years of teaching experience. Farsi lessons are also offered at McGill University. The Toronto MTO International Persian School and Toronto Farsi School are excellent locations for younger language students. Vancouver is home to several Farsi language schools, such as the Roshana School, Vancouver MTO International Persian School and Pars Centre. If you struggle to find a Persian language school near you, an alternative option is private tutoring. There are native tutors teaching Farsi in many cities, and online lessons are often possible too. A private tutor can draw up a personalized lesson plan for you and share interesting facts about Iran that will kindle your curiosity.

How long does it take to learn Persian from scratch?

As Persian is so different from English, learning this language can be a lengthy process. Students without language learning experience may expect to master the Persian alphabet after three months of active learning. After one year, they may be able to use Farsi for simple everyday communication. Two to three years are usually necessary to reach the intermediate level of language skills. Having a native tutor with years of teaching experience can speed up the learning process. Another important factor is how much you learn on your own. Active intermediate and advanced students often read Persian books and newspapers, listen to Farsi podcasts and look for opportunities to use the language in everyday life or online. In this way, you can quickly become a confident speaker.

Find an experienced Persian tutor easily

Whether you're a complete beginner in Persian or have been learning the language for some time, having a good private tutor can make learning much easier for you. A simple way to find such a tutor is through Superprof. On our online learning platform, students can filter private tutors by subject and location, read detailed descriptions of their services, browse through other students' reviews and book lessons with professional tutors directly. You will find a native tutor with years of teaching experience in no time at all, and have fun learning Farsi from them.

• Go to the Superprof CA website with your browser.
• Type “Persian” into the homepage search bar to begin finding private tutors.
• Provide your location (e.g. Toronto, Vancouver or another city) and set a search radius to view professional tutors nearby.
• Browse tutor profiles to learn about their experience, teaching approach, hourly rates, lesson packages, and feedback from past students.
• When you find a professional tutor who meets your requirements, contact them through the platform online to discuss your goals and organize a trial lesson if you wish.