The spelling of the word "harnick" can be confusing to those unfamiliar with its pronunciation. In IPA phonetic transcription, it is spelled /ˈhɑːrnɪk/, with the stress on the first syllable. The "h" is silent, and the vowel sound is a long "a" followed by a short "i." The final "ck" is pronounced as a single "k" sound. Understanding the phonetic transcription can help ensure proper spelling and pronunciation of this word.