Bannoch is a word that is spelled differently depending on the source. Some sources spell it with a "y" instead of an "a", as in "Bannoych". The correct pronunciation is /ˈbænəx/ or /ˈbænɑx/. The "ch" at the end is pronounced like the Scottish "loch", with a guttural "kh" sound. It is a Scottish word that refers to a type of oatcake or biscuit traditionally made in the Scottish Highlands. The spelling is often inconsistent due to variations in dialect and regional accents.