The spelling of the word "Peckett" can be explained using the IPA phonetic transcription. It is pronounced /ˈpɛkɪt/, with the first syllable pronounced as "peck" and the second syllable pronounced as "it", with a short "i" sound. The double "c" indicates that the "k" sound is emphasized, and the final "t" indicates that the word is singular. "Peckett" is a surname that can be traced back to England, and is also the name of a British steam locomotive company.