The spelling of the word "GUK" may seem unusual at first glance. However, when analyzing its phonetic transcription /ɡʌk/, it becomes clear that it follows the standard English spelling rules. The initial consonant /ɡ/ represents the phoneme /ɡ/, followed by the short vowel /ʌ/ and a final consonant /k/ representing the phoneme /k/. The word "GUK" can be used to describe a sticky or viscous liquid, and its spelling correctly reflects its pronunciation.