The word "dovekey" is spelled with a unique combination of letters that can be confusing for its pronunciation. The correct way to spell it is [dʌvki], with the stress on the first syllable. The "dove" part of the word is pronounced with a short "u" sound, similar to "love" or "hug". The "key" part is pronounced as it looks, with a long "ee" sound. Overall, "dovekey" refers to a type of small seabird that belongs to the auk family.