The spelling of "fudge mudge" can be explained through the use of IPA phonetic transcription. The first syllable "fudge" is spelled with the /f/ sound followed by the short /ʌ/ vowel sound and the /dʒ/ consonant sound. The second syllable "mudge" is spelled with the /m/ sound followed by the short /ʌ/ vowel sound and the /dʒ/ consonant sound. Together, these syllables create the word "fudge mudge" with a stressed first syllable and a quick, unstressed second syllable. The word is often used to describe a messy or disorganized situation.