The spelling of the word "publicizings" can be confusing due to its multiple syllables and the combination of letters. The word is pronounced as /ˈpʌblɪsaɪzɪŋz/, with the stress on the second syllable. It is formed by adding the suffix "-ings" to the base word "publicize," which means to make something widely known or promote it publicly. Despite its lengthy spelling, "publicizings" is a valid noun form that refers to the act of making something public or promoting it to a wider audience.