How Do You Spell PUT BUG EAR?
Pronunciation: [pˌʊt bˈʌɡ ˈi͡ə] (IPA) 
The phrase "put bug ear" may seem like an odd collection of words, but it actually demonstrates the complexity of English spelling! The first word, "put," is straightforward, with the IPA transcription /pʊt/. The second word, "bug," is pronounced with a soft "g" sound, represented by the transcription /bʌɡ/. Finally, "ear" contains the silent "e" that makes the "a" sound long, with the transcription /ɪr/. So, when put together, "put bug ear" is pronounced as /pʊt bʌɡ ɪr/.
