The word "BLAD" is spelled using the International Phonetic Alphabet (IPA) as /blæd/. It consists of the consonant blend "bl" and the vowel sound "æ" which is similar to the sound in the word "cat". The final consonant "d" completes the word, which means "sheet of paper or leaf of a plant". This spelling is commonly used in English, and understanding IPA can help improve pronunciation and communication skills.