The spelling of the word "blakney" can be explained through IPA phonetic transcription. This word is actually spelled "blarney" and is pronounced as /ˈblɑrni/. The correct spelling of this word is related to an Irish town called Blarney where lies the Blarney Castle. The word "blarney" is now commonly used to refer to flattery or smooth talking. Therefore, if someone tells you that you have the gift of blakney, they actually meant blarney!