Introduction:

Kannada is a Dravidian language spoken predominantly by the people of Karnataka in the southwestern region of India. The language is also spoken by linguistic minorities in the states of Maharashtra, Andhra Pradesh, Tamil Nadu, Telangana, Kerala and Goa; and also by Kannadigas abroad. The language had roughly 43 million native speakers by 2011. Kannada is also spoken as a second and third language by over 12.9 million non-native speakers in Karnataka, which adds up to 56.9 million speakers.  It is one of the scheduled languages of India and the official and administrative language of the state of Karnataka Kannada was the court language of some of the most powerful empires of South and Central India, such as the Chalukya dynasty, the Rashtrakuta dynasty, the Vijayanagara Empire and the Hoysala Empire. The Kannada language is written using the Kannada script, which evolved from the 5th-century Kadamba script. Kannada is attested epigraphically for about one and a half millennia and literary Old Kannada flourished in the 6th-century Ganga dynasty and during the 9th-century Rashtrakuta Dynasty. Kannada has an unbroken literary history of over a thousand years. Kannada literature has been presented with 8 Jnanapith awards, the most for any Dravidian language and the second highest for any Indian language.

The Kannada language can be learned easily nowadays. One can enroll themselves in an institution, complete the course, learn the language and at the same time get a degree as well. This degree will help them get a job in the future. With modern advancements in technology, the Kannada language can also be learned at home, with the help of a computer or just a smartphone. Anybody keen to learn this language can visit an online tutorial site and learn through it. There are various applications that can be downloaded on a smart phone through which one can learn the language. These apps will teach the basics as well as offer many exercises to improve. 

There is no fixed cost of learning Kannada language. It depends on institutes what fee structure they have for their institute. 

It also depends on several factors

• In which country & city 
• Using what mode of study
• Upto what level you want to learn language

If you have the time, enrolling yourself in a proper institute to learn the language is the best and most recommended form of learning. There are a number of helpful resources available. Many people want to know the best way to learn a new language, but this can be subjective based on a number of criteria. While learning any new skill requires a time commitment, learning a new language is an investment.

Along with learning styles and geographic limitations, cost is an important factor in selecting a language program. Here is a look at the benefits and the costs of some of the most popular language-learning methods so you can make the best decision based on your budget.

1. Learning online:

Moreover, I believe that it’s possible to achieve the basic level for free even if you are new to Kannada. Nowadays, there are tons of online resources available such as blogs explaining Kannada grammar, YouTube channels and mobile apps. And here is where the person’s dedication comes into play. It will all depend on you to use those resources effectively. By practising Kannada pronunciation and speaking as well as going back over basics like the Kannada alphabet, grammar, and writing, you’ll learn to communicate in the language quickly.

 2. Learning from a student or a native speaker of Kannada:

You can learn this language from a student or a native speaker of Kannada. When it comes to many Kannada tutors, they’re usually either students who’ve studied Kannada as their second language or native language. In these cases, tutoring is normally a secondary source of income for them. But in this case you have basic knowledge about Kannada. As a result, If you’re an adult wanting to learn how to speak Kannada fluently, speaking regularly with a student teacher or a native speaker will quickly help you improve. They’re usually cheaper than qualified teachers. The rates for non-professional tutors tends to be under INR 3000 per month. 

3. Learning from a Experienced Teacher:

There are plenty of Kannada teachers who offer their services in the form of private Kannada classes. The advantage here is that they’re both a language learning expert and an educator! These tutors will usually charge more than your average student or native abicspeaker. The teacher can help you practise your speaking by focusing on conversational Kannada and working towards gaining fluency. You’ll improve your comprehension as well as boosting your knowledge of Kannada phrases and expressions. Your tutor can also keep track of your progress. The rates for experienced Kannada tutors tends to be over INR 600 per hour. 

4. Group Class

Many language centers, community/cultural centers, and university extension programs offer group lessons. The price varies depending on the reputation of the school/institute, as well as the size of the classes themselves. A community class might have cheaper options, while a well-known university extension program will be a bit pricier. Besides the difference in price, take your learning style into account. If you learn better in a smaller environment, it might be worth the extra cost. You may also be able to get a better feel for the program by speaking with a representative or reading a course syllabus prior to signing up for classes. you have to spent monthly approximately between Rs.3000- Rs.5000 for group class.