The correct spelling of the phrase "study at hate" is often confused due to its unusual pronunciation. The IPA phonetic transcription of this phrase is /ˈstʌdi æt heɪt/. The "a" in "study" is pronounced as the short "u" sound while the "a" in "at" is pronounced as the short "a" sound. The "e" in "hate" is pronounced as the long "a" sound. This unique combination of vowels can be difficult to remember which is why the correct spelling is crucial in avoiding confusion.