The spelling of the word "kocic," pronounced /ˈkoʊtʃɪk/, can be a source of confusion for non-native speakers of English. The word is derived from the Serbian language and refers to a small kitten. The "c" in the word is pronounced like a "ch" sound, while the "i" is pronounced as a short "i" sound. The spelling of the word reflects the orthography rules of Serbian, which is why it can be tricky for English speakers to grasp at first.