The word "ELES" may seem simple to spell, but its pronunciation can be confusing. In IPA phonetic transcription, it is represented as /ɛls/, with the first sound being the short "e" sound, followed by the "L" sound, and ending with the "S" sound. This word can also be confused with "else," but the difference is in the pronunciation of the "L." In "else," the "L" has a wavy sound, while in "ELES," the "L" is pronounced more sharply.