The spelling of the word "barkett" can be explained using the International Phonetic Alphabet (IPA). The first sound is "b," which is voiced and made by closing the lips and pushing out air. The "a" sound is pronounced as in "cat" or "bat," while the "r" sound is pronounced with the tip of the tongue curled up towards the roof of the mouth. The "k" sound is made by stopping air from leaving the throat, and the word ends with an unvoiced "t" sound made by closing the mouth and releasing a burst of air.