Correct spelling for the English word "larke" is [lˈɑːk], [lˈɑːk], [l_ˈɑː_k] (IPA phonetic alphabet).
The word "larke" or "lark" can be traced back to Middle English and Old English, where it was spelled "lare". Its precise etymology is uncertain, but it likely originated from the Old Norse word "lǫkr", meaning "lark" or "mallard". It is believed that the Old Norse word influenced the Old English word, leading to the development of "larke". The word further evolved over time, and by the 15th century, it was commonly spelled as "larke" or "lark". The specific reason for this evolution and the earlier origins remain speculative.