In Tamil, the word "mandhai" (மண்டை) refers to a type of traditional headwear commonly worn by men. The spelling of this word is phonetically transcribed as /mənˈd̪aɪ/. The sound "m" is pronounced with the lips closed and the vocal cords vibrating. The "a" sound is a short vowel sound pronounced in the middle part of the mouth. The "d" sound is a voiced dental plosive, and the "ai" sound is a diphthong pronounced as a combination of "a" and "i". Overall, the spelling and phonetics of "mandhai" capture the unique sounds and rhythms of the Tamil language.