"Gilsdorf" is a surname that originated in Luxembourg. Its spelling follows the phonetic rules of the English language. The IPA phonetic transcription of "gilsdorf" is /ˈɡɪlzˌdɔːrf/. The initial "g" is pronounced as a hard "g" sound. The "i" is pronounced as "ih," the "l" is pronounced as "l," and the "s" is pronounced as "z." The final syllable "dorf" is pronounced as "dor-f." Overall, the spelling of "Gilsdorf" accurately reflects its pronunciation in English.