The word "dumb peal" is spelled with the IPA phonetic transcription as /dʌm piːl/. The first syllable, "dumb," is pronounced with the short u sound as in "mud," while the second syllable, "peal," is pronounced with a long e sound as in "meal." The word itself means a loud, repeated sound of bells or thunder, but the spelling can be confusing, as "dumb" does not relate to the meaning in this context. However, knowing the IPA transcription can help clarify the pronunciation and spelling of unfamiliar words.