The word "Hornfoot" is spelled with a silent "e". Phonetic transcription helps explain the pronunciation of this word. It is transcribed as /hɔrnfʊt/, which breaks down as "h" pronounced as 'h', "o" pronounced as 'ɔ', "rn" pronounced as 'rn', "f" pronounced as 'f', "ʊ" pronounced as 'ʊ', and "t" pronounced as 't'. The word "Hornfoot" is used to refer to a mythical creature with hooves made of horn. Remember, proper spelling is important for effective communication.