The word "Quetsalesk" is a bit of a mouthful, and its spelling may seem puzzling at first glance. However, using IPA phonetic transcription, we can break down each sound in the word. The first syllable, "Quet-", is pronounced /kwɛt/, using a "kw" sound that blends "k" and "w" together. The second syllable, "-s-a-l-e-s-k", is pronounced /səlɛsk/, with the "s" and "k" sounds separated by an unstressed vowel. Overall, the spelling of "Quetsalesk" reflects the unique combination of sounds found in this word.