The phrase "making bed lie on it" may seem straightforward, but the spelling can be tricky. In IPA phonetic transcription, it is pronounced /mākɪŋ bɛd laɪ ɒn ɪt/. The key to accurate spelling is understanding the sounds of each letter combination. The "a" in "making" has a long sound, while the "e" in "bed" has a short sound. The "ie" in "lie" is pronounced like the long "i" sound, and the "o" in "on" has a short sound. With practice, mastering the spelling of this phrase will become easier.