The spelling of the word "Judkins" can be explained using the IPA phonetic transcription system. The first syllable is pronounced as "dʒʌd", with the "dʒ" sound like the "j" in "jump" and the vowel "ʌ" like the "u" in "hut." The second syllable is pronounced as "kɪnz", with the "k" sound like in "kite" and the vowel "ɪ" like the "i" in "sit." The final "s" sound is pronounced as "z", similar to the "z" in "buzz." Therefore, the correct spelling of this word should be "Judkins."