The spelling of "objurates" may leave many scratching their heads, but with the help of IPA phonetic transcription, it becomes clear. Written as /ɒbˈdʒʊəreɪts/, the word refers to the act of rebuking or strongly disapproving. Its pronunciation is broken down into four segments: "ob" pronounced as /ɒb/; "jur" pronounced as /dʒʊər/; "ate" pronounced as /eɪt/; and "s" at the end pronounced as /s/. The unusual spelling may be challenging, but its phonetic pronunciation makes it more accessible for those unfamiliar with the word.