The spelling of the word "dick young" can be confusing due to its pronunciation in some dialects. In IPA phonetic transcription, it is pronounced as /dɪk ˈjʌŋ/. This means that the first syllable is pronounced as "dick" with a short "i" sound, and the second syllable is pronounced as "young" with a "uh" sound. It is important to note that the spelling may vary depending on the dialect and accent of the speaker.