The word "punkeys" is often misspelled due to its unusual pronunciation in English. The correct way to write it is /ˈpʌŋkiːz/, with the emphasis on the first syllable. The initial sound /p/ is followed by the vowel /ʌ/ and a nasal /ŋ/. The final syllable starts with a fricative /k/ and ends with a long vowel /iː/. "Punkeys" is a plural form of "punkey" which is a type of fishing lure made of feathers or hair.