The name "Kalyssa" is spelled with a "K", not a "C". The pronunciation is kuh-LISS-uh. The first syllable is emphasised with a short "a" sound, while the second syllable has a long "i" sound followed by a short "uh" sound. The spelling of the name is unique and not commonly used, which can make it quite special and memorable for those who bear it. Phonetic transcriptions are important tools in understanding the sounds and rhythms of words and names.