How Do You Spell ROOKLET?

Pronunciation: [ɹˈʊklət] (IPA)

The word "rooklet" is spelled as /ˈrʊklɪt/ in IPA phonetic transcription. At first glance, it may seem like the word is spelled with "rook" at the beginning, just like the bird. However, phonetically, it actually starts with "ru" as in "rug". The "k" sound follows, and then the "l" and "ɪt" make up the end of the word. "Rooklet" refers to a small or young rook, and with its unique spelling, it's a fun word to add to your vocabulary.