The word "Nectareal" is spelled with a "c" instead of a "k" because it comes from the root word "nectar," which is spelled with a "c." The IPA phonetic transcription for "Nectareal" is /nektəˈriəl/. The first syllable is pronounced with a short "e" sound and the "c" is pronounced as "k." The second syllable is pronounced with a long "e" sound and the letters "ea" are pronounced as "e." The final syllable is pronounced with a short "a" sound and the letter "l" is pronounced as "el."
Pert. to the nectary of a flower.
Etymological and pronouncing dictionary of the English language. By Stormonth, James, Phelp, P. H. Published 1874.