How Do You Spell SHLAI?

Pronunciation: [ʃlˈa͡ɪ] (IPA)

"Shlai" is a word with a peculiar spelling that can be explained with phonetics. It is pronounced as /ʃleɪ/, with the "sh" sound represented by the IPA symbol /ʃ/ and the "ai" diphthong by /eɪ/. The "l" sound is also represented by its regular symbol /l/. This word does not have a widely known meaning or origin but it showcases the complexity of English orthography and how phonetics can aid in understanding its spelling.