The spelling of the word "stibbles" may seem peculiar, but it follows the rules of English phonetics. The word is pronounced as /ˈstɪbəlz/ with stress on the first syllable. The "ib" sound in the middle is represented by the letter "i" and the letter "e" at the end is pronounced as a schwa sound. The double "b" at the end indicates a voiced stop consonant, which denotes a brief pause in the word's pronunciation. While it may not be the most commonly used word, understanding its spelling can help improve one's understanding of English phonetics.