The spelling of the word "Kristey" may seem confusing at first glance, but it can be easily explained through the use of IPA phonetic transcription. The first syllable of the name is pronounced as /kɹɪs/, which is a common beginning for names like Kristina and Kristopher. The second syllable, "tey," is pronounced as /teɪ/, which rhymes with "day." Therefore, the correct spelling of this name is "Kristey," pronounced as /kɹɪsteɪ/.