The word "rupial" is spelled with six letters, with an IPA phonetic transcription of /ˈru.pi.əl/. The word refers to a condition called "rudy," which is characterized by the development of crusty growths on the skin. The spelling of this word can be relatively easy to remember, as it follows a standard English spelling convention of using the letter "u" to represent the sound of /ju/ when it occurs before a vowel. Additionally, the ending "-ial" is commonly used in medical terminology, indicating a condition or disease affecting a particular body part or system.
Relating to rupia.
A practical medical dictionary. By Stedman, Thomas Lathrop. Published 1920.