The word "quinley" is a surname that is spelled phonetically. It is pronounced /ˈkwɪnli/ in IPA phonetic transcription. The first syllable is stressed with a short "i" sound, followed by the "n" with a neutral "uh" sound. The "ley" at the end is pronounced with a long "e" sound. The spelling of this word is based on the English language's rules of phonetics, which is the study of sounds in speech. By accurately spelling 'quinley,' people can communicate names and information effectively.