The spelling of the word "pawley" may appear confusing, but it can be explained using phonetic transcription. The first sound is a "p" sound followed by an "oh" sound, represented by /ɔ/. The third sound is a "w" sound followed by an "ey" sound, represented by /weɪ/. Therefore, the phonetic transcription for "pawley" is /pɔweɪ/. This transcription accurately reflects the pronunciation of the word, making it easier to understand and spell correctly.