The spelling of the word "ASCOTLLA" is quite complicated, but can be easily understood through the use of IPA phonetic transcription. The word is pronounced as /əˈskɒtlə/ and refers to a type of Scottish soup that is traditionally made with lamb, barley, and vegetables. The first syllable "as" is pronounced with a short "a" sound as in "cat", followed by "cot" with a short "o" as in "hot". The final syllable "lla" is pronounced with a short "a" sound as in "lamb".