The word "anomite" is a geological term for a type of fossilized marine animal. Its spelling can be explained using the International Phonetic Alphabet (IPA): /ˈænəmaɪt/. The first sound is the short "a" sound, followed by the "n" consonant sound. The "o" is pronounced as "uh," and the "m" sound leads into the "ai" diphthong. The final "t" is pronounced as a voiceless stop. While the spelling of "anomite" may look confusing, understanding its pronunciation with the help of IPA can make it easier to say correctly.