How does Preply work: Get fluent with your ideal tutor

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How Preply works

How Preply works: Make real progress with your ideal tutor. 
Learn 1-on-1 with the best online tutors who personalize every lesson to your goals, from advancing your career to feeling confident anywhere in the world.

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100,000+

Experienced tutors

300,000+

5-star tutor reviews

120+

Subjects taught

180+

Tutor nationalities

4.8

on the App Store

How does Preply work? 
Get fluent in three simple steps, with expert tutors, personalized lessons, and real progress you can measure.

Find your tutor. 
Connect with a tutor who matches your goals, learning style, and schedule. Choose someone who fits how and when you want to learn.
 
Watch tutor intro videos and read verified reviews to help you find the right fit. You can switch tutors anytime.

Start learning. 
Book a 25- or 50-minute trial lesson and meet 1-on-1 in our virtual classroom. You’ll get to know your tutor, talk about your goals, and explore how you like to learn.
 
Your tutor will tailor every lesson to your learning goals, so progress feels personal from the very beginning.

Keep making progress. 
Subscribe to a flexible lesson plan. Learn when it suits you, from anywhere, building fluency and confidence, week by week.
 
Learning doesn’t stop when the lesson ends. Keep building confidence with AI tools that help you practice and progress outside the classroom, too.

Progress that's personal (and proven). 
Preply learners progress 3× faster than typical learning timelines. Based on Preply’s Efficiency Study of learners who took 24+ lessons over 12 weeks.

What are the benefits of learning on Preply? 

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Learn on your budget and schedule 
Learn with an expert tutor and pay for a subscription that fits your budget. Lessons are available 24 hours a day, 365 days a year for your convenience.

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Personalized lessons with the right tutor 
Set your own goals and get a personalized learning plan. Whether you prefer a native-speaking tutor or one who communicates in your language, we've got you covered with 100,000+ tutors from 180+ nationalities!

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Speak confidently 
Get real-time feedback from real-life online tutors, with constant support to accelerate your learning and get you feeling confident in no time.

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Improve beyond your lessons 
Practice between lessons with our vocabulary feature, chat with your tutor anytime, and get free access to tons of learning tools to help you keep the momentum going.

Experience unparalleled learning. 
Improve your skills using our web and app features crafted by language experts.

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Preply Classroom  

A dedicated learning space
that helps you stay focused
and engaged in every lesson.

 
Lesson Insights 

See your progress after each
lesson and get clear guidance
on what to improve next.

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Daily Exercises 

Build a learning habit with quick,
personalized activities you can do
from anywhere.

What our users say.

Patrick Lebrat

4.98

Jan 17, 2024

I’ve been using Preply for 3 months. I’m really satisfied by the lessons and my teacher. To me, this is the right way to improve my English, getting more fluent and confident. The prices of the lessons are affordable according to the teacher you choose.

Carlos Galvez

Feb 17, 2024

You can find in Preply many native language speaking tutors that can help you to improve your language level, and people of Preply can assist you effectively. awesome!

Ashton I

Dec 19, 2023

Choosing Preply for language learning has been a game-changer for me, and I look forward to continuing my educational journey on this fantastic platform. Kudos to the Preply team and the amazing tutors who enrich the learning experience! Highly recommended! 🌟

Adama Illyassa

Dec 21, 2023

This is a very good site for finding tutors for the languages you need. There are also a lot of great search categories, such as the maximum price of the tutor, the origin of the tutor himself (which country he is from), as well as very quick help in case you have any questions.

Irina Komleva

Dec 15, 2023

Super intuitive platform, great range of teachers, customer support works fast and addresses individual issues. I have been with Preply for more than two years and not planning on change.

Find the right tutor for you. 
Start your learning journey and unleash new opportunities with a Preply tutor.

Cathy K.

Speaks English (Native)

HK$389

per lesson

4.81

53 reviews

Friendly UK TEFL 5 tutor, World top 100 university graduate. Specialist coach: IELTS, TOEFL, GMAT, Business English, Critical Thinking, TOEIC, GRE, OTE, OET, SAT, Cambridge, SELT, PTE, and other tests. Accountant. Proven record of delivery. – My name is Cathy. I am an experienced, professional English tutor from the UK. As a proud member of the IATEFL organisation (for tutors), I look forward to helping you reach your goals. Welcome to my lessons! I am looking forward to hearing about your learning priorities, plus your hobbies and interests.

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Nathalie O.

Speaks Italian (Native)

HK$529

per lesson

58 reviews

British Exam Specialist | IELTS, OET & Cambridge High-score Training .21 Years experience 5000+ happy students. IELTS Exam, OET Test (Occupational English Test for Healthcare Professionals) High Impact Exam Coach. Qualified British Trained. – Native British exam specialist helping ambitious professionals achieve IELTS 7–8 and pass OET with confidence through clear strategy, timed practice, and precise feedback. With over 21 years of teaching experience in London and online, and more than 5000 students taught since 2004, lessons are structured, efficient, and tailored to your real-life goals.

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Arthur James F.

Speaks English (Native)

HK$272

per lesson

34 reviews

English & Professional Skills Coach | Business English, Communication & Confidence | UK Native | IELTS/Cambridge | 5★ Tutor – 🎄🎄🎄 Hi, its the festive season so if you are looking for a teacher please bookmark my profile to lock in the price now and start learning in 2026! I am on holiday from 22/12/25 and back on 02/01/26. There are only a handful of lessons remaining this year - thanks to my amazing students and their fabulous results.

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Paula A.

Speaks Spanish (Native)

HK$350

per lesson

31 reviews

English Speaking for Professional & Academic Goals | Native English Tutor (Certified) – Hi, I’m Paula — a certified English instructor from California with a background in legal linguistics. I work with intermediate and advanced learners (B1+) who already speak English and use English at work. My students can communicate in English, but want to speak more clearly, confidently, and naturally in meetings, discussions, presentations, or professional conversations.

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Thomas C.

Speaks English (Native)

HK$233

per lesson

12 reviews

Friendly and Motivational Tutor from London, UK – Hi, my name is Thomas, I am a well spoken native English speaker from London. I have great experience of teaching students from all over the world for many years. My interests include, nature, philosophy, psychology and sport. I have many years experience teaching English to a vast array of students.

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Sarah H.

Speaks English (Native)

HK$311

per lesson

18 reviews

Specialising in OET and NMC OSCE preparation and Conversational English. 17+ years experience in the NHS. – Hello Students! My name is Sarah, and I am from the United Kingdom. I am a native English speaker. I have over 17 years experience working in the NHS within the nursing profession, as well as providing professional training, education and supervision within these fields.

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FAQs on how Preply works.

Yes, absolutely! Our platform provides an extensive selection of experienced tutors, each with expertise in working with beginners and learners across all levels.

Find a tutor by using the filters on our search page. These allow you to browse tutors who match your preferences, including factors like price, availability, and qualifications.

Trials are 25 or 50-min live lessons that let you meet a tutor to decide if you’d like to continue learning with them. Most tutors use these lessons to clarify your goals and give you a taste of their teaching style.

If you like your tutor, you’ll choose a subscription plan based on how many hours you’d like to study each week. Our flexible subscriptions can be paused, canceled or updated at any time.

If your trial lesson doesn't live up to your expectations, no problem at all! You can switch to another tutor for free or opt for a full refund – it's all about making sure you're happy with your learning experience.

The subscription model allows students to choose how many lessons they want to take with a tutor each week and pay for their classes with a recurring payment every 28 days. Students are offered a choice of subscription plans after their trial lessons.

You can choose subscriptions between 1 hour/week to 5 hours/week. We recommend that you discuss with your tutor on their availability before selecting your subscription

You can postpone your subscription renewal date and take any remaining lessons, as long as the tutor has availability to book the lessons. However, if you have unscheduled hours on your balance when your subscription renews, 1 week of your monthly hours will be carried forward into the next payment period.

You will be able to cancel the lesson for free up to 12 hours before the scheduled time. After this time, only full cost cancellation option is available. Plan your schedule with confidence, knowing you have the flexibility you need.

The name "Preply" is a mash-up, with "PREP-" representing preparation and "-LY" symbolizing speaking confidently. Therefore, the overall meaning is "Prepare to speak confidently.

Still got doubts? 
If you have any more questions or need advice, check out our Help Center – your one-stop shop for tips and answers from the Preply Team.