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Looking for an online English tutor? Preply is the leading online language learning platform worldwide. You can choose from 20484 English teachers with an average rating of 4.9 out of 5 stars given by 184277 customers. Book a lesson with a private English teacher today and start learning. Not entirely happy with your tutor? No worries, Preply offers free tutor replacement till you're 100% satisfied. Looking for a different way to learn a language? Explore online English classes.

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  • Tutor english Kamohelo M.

    $

    5

    50-min lesson

    • English

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    TEFL qualified teacher Hello, my name is Teacher Kam from South Africa. I am a very bubbly and fun teacher and i believe in learning about different cultures. I love reading and watching documentaries in my spare time because that enhances my general knowledge. I love people and that is why i get along with different personalities.

    Why choose Kamohelo M.
    "Teacher Kam was very kind and patient with my son. She easily established contact with the child. Highly recommend."
    Simon

    Simon

    November 19, 2021

  • Tutor english Mehrdad R.

    New

    tutor

    $

    25

    50-min lesson

    • English

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    Cambridge Certified Tutor with 10 Years of Experience in International Exams Hello, My name is Mehrdad. I was born in Iran and after I completed my B. A. in English Language and Literature, I moved to Malaysia where I completed a Masters degree in Teaching English as a Second Language.
    Currently, I am living and teaching in Tallinn, Estonia.

  • Tutor english Margarita V.
    Super Tutor

    $

    19

    50-min lesson

    • English

      Speaks
    +2

    Certified teacher with over 10 years of experience 💭Hello! My name is Margarita.
    I love teaching and learning. Languages are my passion! I love to travel, communicate with different people and explore new cultures and communicating with new students is always a new journey for me 🌏
    I’m a Certified English teacher with two Linguistic degrees and over 10 years of experience in teaching English.

    Why choose Margarita V.
    "Margarita is a professional teacher. She conducts the lesson very accessible and clear. Is able to effectively and interestingly build a lesson. I recommend to everyone."
    Larisa

    Larisa

    May 4, 2021

  • Tutor english Reena V.

    New

    tutor

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    12

    50-min lesson

    • English

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    Embark on a Decade-Long English Odyssey: Join an Inspiring Teacher with 10 Years of Experience for a Language Learning Adventure! Hello everyone,
    I am Reena. With a decade of teaching experience, I'm passionate about creating an engaging learning environment. My goal is to foster curiosity, critical thinking, and a love for learning.
    Beyond the classroom, I enjoy painting and dancing .

  • Tutor english Lucia B.

    $

    20

    50-min lesson

    • English

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    Certified Teacher with international experience Hello!
    I'm Lucia and I currently live in Bologna, Italy. I am studying Digital Humanities with a specialization in NLP, but I love teaching as well!
    I am a very curious person and I would love to get to know you and your interests as well!
    I'm CELTA Certified, and I love to have a student-based dynamic approach.

    Why choose Lucia B.
    "She is a very prepared tutorial, her lessons are perfect for learning or improving the English language both from a personal and working point of view"
    Alberto

    Alberto

    October 21, 2023

  • Tutor english Tamara B.
    Super Tutor

    New

    tutor

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    30

    50-min lesson

    • English

      Speaks
    +2

    14+ years of teaching ESL Hello! My name is Tamara, and I'm originally from Ukraine. I've had quite an exciting journey so far. For the past 12 years, I had the incredible opportunity to live and teach in the beautiful country of Japan. The experience enriched my life in countless ways and allowed me to immerse myself in a unique blend of cultures.

  • Tutor english Ashkan Y.

    $

    6

    50-min lesson

    • English

      Speaks
    +1

    Unlock Your English Potential - an English Language Expert - Ignite your Fluency! My name is Ashkan and I am delighted to have the opportunity to introduce myself.
    I am Turkish and I am proud to say that I am a professional and highly motivated EFL teacher with over three years of experience in this field. And it's worth to mention that I'm still pursuing my dreams in ...

    Why choose Ashkan Y.
    "Ashkan is an excellent teacher. He gives you confidence and is very patient. He develops the learning topics according to what you need. I can recommend him. He is a really professional tutor."
    Gökhan

    Gökhan

    March 23, 2024

  • Tutor english Dori D.

    New

    tutor

    $

    10

    50-min lesson

    • English

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    Cambridge Qualified Teacher with 6 years of experience Hello everyone, My name is Dori. As an English teacher with nearly 6 years of teaching experience, I am dedicated to fostering a vibrant learning environment where students can thrive. I believe in creating an atmosphere of collaboration and encouragement, allowing students to discover the joy of language and literature at their own pace.

  • Tutor english Kara T.
    Super Tutor

    $

    12

    50-min lesson

    • English

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    Native English Speaker with 3 years of teaching experience abroad Hello my name is Kara and I'm from the US. I enjoy seeing students improve and the confidence they gain from that.
    My hobbies include singing, listening to music, learning new languages, and traveling. Do not hesitate to schedule a lesson with me if any of our hobbies align.

    Why choose Kara T.
    "She has more patience because she understands the difficulties of learning languages. I like her sincere attitude. "
    Koal

    Koal

    January 27, 2024

  • Tutor english David R.

    New

    tutor

    $

    11

    50-min lesson

    • English

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    Certified tutor who graduated from the TEFL school Costa Rica in 20222 Hello, my name is David and I am from the U. K. I completed a TEFL Course in Costa Rica this year. It was a wonderful experience to go to Costa Rica and complete this course as travel and learning new things are two of my interests. In my spare time I enjoy watching Netflix, listening to music, reading, meditation and podcasts.

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english tutors with an average rating of 4.9 and up to 341 reviews

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Sasha

Sasha

with Jeff

I had a fantastic experience with Jeff. His personalized approach, engaging teaching style, and supportive environment significantly improved my language skills. I highly recommend him to anyone seeking effective and enjoyable English lessons.

Volkan

Volkan

with Нина

Nina diligently prepared me for a job interview within days, enabling me to articulate fluently and confidently. Her guidance ensured both linguistic fluency and compelling content, significantly enhancing my performance.

Anna

Anna

with uzoamaka

Uzo is very enthusiastic and kind teacher. Very helpful with questions I had outside the lesson. I highly recommend her lessons

Dan

Dan

with Roman

Roman is a very cheerful and friendly person. Our sessions together are easy and productive. I am optimistic that, under his guidance, I will successfully reach my objective of mastering the English language.

Maria

Maria

with Michał

The classes with Michał are well structured and always interesting. He is very pantient and always attentive to students needs. I highly recommend! Pozdrawiam

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$20 / hr

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$30 / hr

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$27 / hr

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$15 / hr

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Native english speakers

$20 / hr

Non native english speakers

$20 / hr

Find an Online English Teacher to Help You Master English

Are you trying to become fluent in English? Do you need to improve your English skills for school, work or relocation? On Preply, you get access to a range of online English tutors for private lessons.

How do online English lessons with Preply work?

Booking and following a lesson with an online English tutor at Preply is easy:

 

 

1. Choose a tutor: You can use filters in "Find tutors" section to narrow the search results for your needs and budget range. You can choose based on speciality needed, specify the price range, prefered time, etc. You can even filter tutors by nationality or other languages they speak. If you have any questions for a tutor, you can message them directly.

2. Book your first lesson: When you've found a tutor, you can book your first lesson at a time and day that works for you. During your first lesson you will discuss your needs and goals with your private English tutor.

3. Buy a lesson package: If you enjoyed your first lesson and want to continue learning with this tutor, you can buy a lesson package and schedule online English lessons for the coming weeks.

4. During and after your lessons: Lessons will take place online in Preply Space, our own video platform for effective online learning. After your private English lesson the tutor might give you a summary of the class or give you a homework assignment.

5. Confirming your lessons and leaving a review: After the lesson, the platform will automatically send you a request to confirm the lesson took place and leave a review. If you don't do this within 72-hours the lesson will be confirmed automatically.

How Preply Can Help You Learn English Online

People looking to improve their English language skills have many options, so why should you use Preply? Well, our first-class English teachers have experience teaching at every level. No matter where you are on your journey to learning English — absolute beginner or more advanced — you will be able to find the right private English tutor to meet your personal needs. Additionally, they all go through a background check to ensure their credentials are legitimate and that you get the highest quality online English lessons. Moreover, our platform is convenient and easy to use, thereby making the task of connecting with an English tutor simple. You can contact an English tutor, book lessons on our site, then use our video platform Preply Space for effective online learning.

Why learn English with Preply?

 

  • Native English speakers: You can get online lessons from a native speaker who has not only mastered the language, but can also offer sound information on culture and phrasing that you will not learn from textbooks alone.
  • A personal approach: English lessons are tailored to your needs and your specific stage of learning, whether you want to learn conversational or business English. Rather than be stuck in a classroom with a bunch of other students, you get one-on-one time with an English language expert and will see a faster progression in your skills.
  • Convenience: Online English lessons can take place wherever and whenever you need them. Schedule them with your English tutor to fit around your other commitments, such as work or school. You can take an online English lesson in the comforts of home, rather than rushing through traffic to get to a lesson in town.
  • Affordable: All our virtual English teachers offer an hourly rate. The price depends on level of experience, qualifications and other factors; this allows you to choose someone who fits your budget. You can take some initial lessons with different tutors to find the one to match your requirements and budget perfectly.
  • Several thousand experts: Preply is the platform of choice for a massive number of online English teachers as we are a trusted learning website. We have a wide selection of experts so you will be able to find a tutor whose teaching style works for you. They each have reviews from previous students and a star rating. You can read through the feedback before committing to an English lesson to get a good idea of their teaching methods and techniques. This helps you determine if the online tutor is the right fit before you even make contact to ensure you find the best English teacher possible.
  • Tutors you can trust: All our tutors go through a background check to ensure their credentials are legitimate and that you get the highest quality online English lessons.
  • There's a tutor on Preply for everyone: Our first-class virtual English teachers have experience teaching at every level. No matter where you are on your journey to learning English — absolute beginner or more advanced — you will be able to find the right English tutor to meet your personal needs. Preply has private English tutors from many different countries, so if you are a complete beginner, you can find a tutor who also speaks your native language

Money-Back Guarantee for All Online English Lessons

For your peace of mind, Preply guarantees 100% money back if you're not happy with the selected instructor. We have so much confidence in our vetted English tutors that if you don't think they provided a great first English lesson, we will refund your payment.

Want to learn more about how Preply can help you with learning English? Chat with one of our friendly support team members via email or the message board on the website.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

🗣 How hard is English, and how many hours will it take to become proficient?

English is much easier than most other languages despite its tense varieties, irregular verbs and pronunciation. With regular online English lessons, you can start having basic conversations quite quickly. If you want to be fluent, you’ll need between 600-750 hours of 1-on-1 English tutoring with an online teacher combined with self-practice. Hundreds of experts are ready to help you improve. Choose an English tutor who’s a native speaker now.
 

📲 How do interactive online English lessons via video work?

Tutors and students share files, note down vocabulary, share their screens and chat on Preply Space, a video chat platform. With it, you can have private English lessons anywhere with online English tutors from all over the world.
 

🎓 What are the most popular English tests?

IELTS, TOEFL, SAT, ACT, and GRE are the top five standardized tests for students and non-native English learners among hundreds of English language tests worldwide. Data is based on the annual number of test-takers and confirmed by the number of lessons with online test prep tutors on Preply. IELTS is accepted by most American, Australian, British, Canadian, Irish, and New Zealand academic institutions, and many more across the world. In particular, Australia, New Zealand, Canada, and the United Kingdom use IELTS scores as proof of prospective immigrants' competence in English. More specifically, IELTS uses British English and is generally favored by the United Kingdom and institutions in Commonwealth nations, such as New Zealand and Australia. On the other hand, the TOEFL tests your ability to communicate in English in academic settings. Administered by US-based organization the Education Testing Service, TOEFL uses American English. It is accepted by thousands of institutions across many countries, including the UK, USA, and Australia, as well as all of the world’s top 100 universities. It can also satisfy the required language component for student, post-study, skilled migration, and business visas in Australia, Canada, and New Zealand.
 

🧑🏻‍🤝‍🧑🏿How many people speak English worldwide?

Over one billion people around the world speak English, of which about 379 million are native speakers.
 

🌍 How many countries speak English?

There are 67 countries around the world where English is the official language, and it is a regional language in 27 other countries.