The spelling of the word "hast rip" may seem confusing at first, but it follows the rules of English pronunciation. "Hast" is pronounced as /hæst/, with the "a" pronounced as in "cat." "Rip" is pronounced as /rɪp/, with the "i" pronounced as in "pin." Together, they form a phrase meaning "you have ripped" in archaic English. Understanding the phonetic transcription can help in properly pronouncing and spelling words like "hast" and "rip."