The spelling of the word "Annise" may appear confusing to some as it is a variant of the more common spelling of "Anise". However, the pronunciation remains the same with the first syllable pronounced as "an" /æn/ and the second syllable pronounced as "ease" /iːz/. The IPA phonetic transcription helps to understand the correct pronunciation and spelling of this herb, which is commonly used for its licorice-like flavor in cooking and herbal remedies.