How Do You Spell MOULTRY?

Pronunciation: [mˈə͡ʊltɹi] (IPA)

The spelling of the word "Moultry" can be confusing for some. The correct pronunciation is [ˈmʌltri], where the "ou" is pronounced as a short "u" sound, like in "hut". The "l" is pronounced, but not emphasized, and the "t" is pronounced softly, almost like a glottal stop. The spelling of the word comes from its origins in the Middle English word "molterie", which meant a place where flour was ground. Despite its confusing spelling, "Moultry" is a fairly simple word to pronounce once you understand its phonetic components.