The spelling of the word "Jodele" may seem unusual, but it can be explained through its phonetic transcription: /ˈjoʊdəl/. The "j" sound comes from the letter "y" in some languages, while the "o" is pronounced like the vowel in "boat." The "d" and "l" sounds are straightforward, followed by a short "e" sound pronounced like the "uh" in "duh." Taken together, this results in the pronunciation "JOH-duhl." While the spelling may catch some off guard, knowing its phonetic transcription can help with proper pronunciation.