How Do You Spell FICKES?

Pronunciation: [fˈɪks] (IPA)

The word "fickes" has an unusual spelling, but it can be explained with phonetic transcription. The correct pronunciation of the word is /ˈfɪksɪz/. The initial "f" is followed by the short "i" sound, represented by the symbol /ɪ/. After this, there is a voiceless velar fricative sound, represented by the symbol /k/. Finally, the word ends with an "es" sound, represented by the symbol /ɪz/. Despite its unusual spelling, this word can be pronounced accurately by breaking it down phonetically.