The spelling of the word "moolvee" can be confusing because its pronunciation doesn't follow typical English conventions. In IPA phonetics, the word is spelled /mʊlˈvi/, with the stress on the second syllable. The "oo" sound as in "book" is followed by an "l" sound, and the "v" is pronounced as a voiced labiodental fricative, similar to a "v" sound but with the bottom lip touching the top teeth instead of the bottom teeth. This word refers to a Muslim cleric or spiritual leader in South Asia.