The spelling of the word "DePaolo" can be broken down using IPA phonetic transcription. The "D" is pronounced as "d" as in "dog," followed by "eɪ" as in "hey." The "P" is pronounced as "p" as in "pot," followed by "ɑ" as in "father." The final "lo" is pronounced as "loʊ" as in "flow." Thus, the correct spelling of this word is "DePaolo," with stress on the first syllable.