Keep Those Final Consonants Together

In words like 'asked,' 'world,' or 'texts,' English piles up several consonant sounds right at the end with no vowel to separate them. Many Hindi speakers, used to simpler syllable endings, naturally soften or drop one of these sounds, so 'asked' can come out closer to 'ask' or 'as.' The trick is to think of the ending as a tiny staircase: each consonant gets its own quick step, even if it's barely voiced. Try 'asked' by saying 'ask' then adding a light 't' tap right after, with no vowel in between. Do the same with 'world' (keep the 'l' and 'd' both alive) and 'texts' (four sounds in a row). For two minutes today, say these three words slowly, exaggerating every final consonant, then speed up gradually. It's a small habit, but it makes a big difference in how clearly people understand your endings. Keep at it — you're building real precision.