The spelling of the word "unhopefully" can be confusing for some, as it is not a commonly used word. However, it is spelled exactly as it sounds - "un-hope-fully". In IPA phonetic transcription, it would be spelled /ʌn ˈhoʊpfəli/. The "un-" prefix indicates the negation or absence of hope, while "fully" means "possibly" or "to the fullest extent." "Unhopefully" can be used to express a lack of hope or optimism for a particular situation or outcome.