The spelling of the word "Claea" can be broken down phonetically as /klɪə/. The "C" is pronounced with a /k/ sound while "L" is pronounced with a /l/ sound that blends into the next letter. The combination of "AE" creates a diphthong sound of /ɪə/. This is followed by the final letter "A" pronounced with a short /ə/ sound. The spelling of this word can be tricky, but understanding its phonetic pronunciation helps to enunciate it correctly.