The word "mustie" refers to something that is damp or moldy. It is pronounced as /ˈmʌsti/ with the stress on the first syllable. The phonetic transcription of this word shows that the "u" is pronounced like a short vowel "uh", the "s" is pronounced as "ss", and the ending "ie" is pronounced as "ee." The spelling of "mustie" reflects the sounds in the word, making it easy for readers to recognize and pronounce correctly. It is important to spell words accurately to avoid confusion in communication.