How Do You Spell GILLYARD?

Pronunciation: [ɡˈɪljɑːd] (IPA)

The word "Gillyard" is spelled with a /dʒ/ sound at the beginning, followed by a short /ɪ/ sound, and then a /lj/ blend. The final syllable is spelled with a long /ɑː/ sound and a silent /d/. The spelling of this word may seem confusing at first glance, but using the International Phonetic Alphabet (IPA) can help break down the individual sounds and their corresponding letters. Understanding phonetic transcription can assist in both improving spelling and pronunciation skills.