How Do You Spell GAUGE COCK?
Pronunciation: [ɡˈe͡ɪd͡ʒ kˈɒk] (IPA) 
The spelling of the word "gauge cock" may seem confusing at first glance, but it follows the rules of English phonetics. The first syllable, "gauge," is pronounced as /ɡeɪdʒ/, with a long A sound and a soft G. The second syllable, "cock," is pronounced as /kɒk/, with a short O sound and a hard K. Together, the word refers to a valve used to measure the amount of liquid in a container or pipe. With the correct pronunciation, the spelling of "gauge cock" is easy to remember.
