The spelling of the word "sobey" can be confusing for those unfamiliar with its pronunciation. In IPA, it is transcribed as /soʊbi/, with emphasis on the "O" sound followed by "BEE." The "O" sound is like the "O" in "no" and "so," with a glide toward the "ee" sound at the end. The "BEE" at the end is pronounced like the insect or the letter "B" followed by a slight "EE" sound. Remembering this phonetic transcription can help with proper spelling and pronunciation of the word "sobey."