"Keckled" is an archaic word that refers to having a speckled or mottled appearance. It is pronounced /ˈkɛkəld/ in IPA phonetic transcription. The spelling of the word can be understood by breaking it down into its phonetic components. The "k" sound followed by "e" represents the short "e" vowel sound, "ck" represents a single consonant sound, and the "le" represents the "-əld" sound. Overall, the unique spelling of "Keckled" accurately captures its distinctive sound and meaning.