The spelling of the word "Elliff" follows the English language's phonetic patterns. In IPA (International Phonetic Alphabet), it is transcribed as /ɛlɪf/. The first syllable sounds like the "e" in "bed", while the second syllable sounds like "lift" without the "t" sound. The double "l" makes the first syllable stressed, and the "iff" ending is a common suffix in English. While the word "Elliff" may not have a commonly recognized meaning, its spelling adheres to typical English pronunciation and orthography.