The spelling of the word "yockey" can be confusing due to its unique pronunciation. To clarify, the IPA phonetic transcription for "yockey" is /ˈjɒki/. The 'y' represents the consonant sound [j], similar to the 'y' in "yellow," followed by the vowel sound [ɒ] as in "hot." Finally, the combination of the two consonants 'c' and 'k' creates the sound [k], as in "cat." So, when spelling "yockey," remember to use the 'y' for [j], 'o' for [ɒ], and 'ck' for [k].