The spelling of the word "McCreery" is a bit tricky. The first syllable, "Mc," is a common prefix used in many Irish and Scottish surnames, and is pronounced [mək]. The second syllable, "Creery," is pronounced [ˈkriːri]. The "ee" sound in the second syllable is spelled with a double "e" because it is a long vowel sound. Overall, the spelling of "McCreery" accurately reflects its pronunciation, and is a good example of how complex surnames can be in terms of spelling and pronunciation.