The spelling of the word "PAFPCT" can be confusing as it does not follow traditional English spelling rules. However, its correct pronunciation can be explained using the International Phonetic Alphabet (IPA) transcription. The word is pronounced as /pæf ˈpɛkt/. The first syllable "paf" is pronounced as it is spelled with a short "a" sound and a voiced "f" sound. The second syllable "pct" is pronounced with a short "e" sound and a "k" sound, followed by a "t" sound.