The spelling of the word "Elliss" is commonly misunderstood due to its unusual spelling. The IPA phonetic transcription of the word indicates that it is pronounced as /'ɛlɪs/ with stress on the first syllable. The reason for the double "s" at the end of the word is unclear, as it does not conform to traditional English spelling conventions. Some speculate that it may be a deliberate variation of the more common name "Ellis" or simply a typo. Nevertheless, it remains an intriguing and enigmatic word in the English language.