The spelling of "u-eys" may seem unusual, but it can be explained through IPA phonetic transcription. The first syllable, "u," is pronounced as the vowel sound in "put" or /ʊ/. The second syllable, "-eys," is pronounced with a long "a" sound as in "face" or /eɪz/. Therefore, the spelling of "u-eys" represents the phonetic sounds /ʊeɪz/. Understanding phonetic transcription can help to decipher unique spellings and improve pronunciation skills.