The spelling of the word "Bunaphtide" can be mystifying for those who are not familiar with its origins. The word is pronounced /bʌnæftaɪd/ and consists of three syllables. The initial syllable, "bun," is straightforward and corresponds to the sound /bʌn/. The second syllable is more complicated, as it includes the uncommon sequence of letters "aph," representing the sound /æf/. The final syllable, "tide," is pronounced as it is spelled, with the sound /taɪd/. Together, the word "Bunaphtide" forms a unique and curious orthographic representation.