The spelling of the word "pooley" may seem odd, but it follows English phonetic rules. In IPA phonetic transcription, the word is represented as /puːli/. The first syllable is pronounced like "poo," with a long "oo" sound. The second syllable is pronounced like "lee," with a long "ee" sound. The "-ey" ending is common in English words, including "monkey" and "hockey." The unusual spelling of "pooley" may make it memorable, but its pronunciation is straightforward.