The spelling of the word "Bullyrock" may seem confusing, but it can be easily explained using the IPA phonetic transcription. The word is pronounced as /ˈbʊli/ + /rɒk/. The first part of the word is pronounced as "bully," which is pronounced with a short "u" sound. The second part of the word is pronounced as "rock," with the "r" being pronounced before the "o." Together, the word sounds like "bu-li-rock." While the spelling may be unusual, the pronunciation is straightforward.