The word "patutuki" is a Polynesian term referring to a type of dance. In IPA phonetic transcription, "patutuki" is spelled /ˌpɑːtuːˈtuːki/, with stress on the third syllable. The spelling reflects the pronunciation of the word, which begins with the "p" sound followed by the "a" sound pronounced as "ah". The "t" and "u" sounds are repeated twice, followed by the "k" and "i" sounds at the end. Overall, the spelling accurately represents the unique sounds that make up this word.