Correct spelling for the English word "elmes" is [ˈɛlmɪz], [ˈɛlmɪz], [ˈɛ_l_m_ɪ_z] (IPA phonetic alphabet).
The word "elmes" is a variant of "elm" which refers to a type of tree belonging to the Ulmaceae family. The etymology of "elm" can be traced back to the Old English word "elm" and is believed to have Old Norse origins. It is thought to be derived from the Proto-Germanic word "elmaz" which also meant "elm". The word "elmes" is derived from the plural form of "elm" with the addition of the "-es" suffix, commonly used in Middle English to indicate plural nouns.