The word "dolder" is spelled with two syllables, pronounced as /ˈdɒldə/. In the International Phonetic Alphabet (IPA), the first syllable is pronounced as "d" followed by the "oh" sound, represented as "ɒ," and then the "l" sound, represented as "l," followed by the "duh" sound, represented as "də." This rare word refers to a large rock or boulder that is found at the base of a cliff or mountain. Its spelling may be confusing for some due to its uncommon usage and lack of related words.