The word "Laidlow" is a surname that originated in Scotland. Its spelling can be broken down phonetically as /leɪdloʊ/. The first syllable, "lay", is pronounced like the word "may" with an L sound in front of it. The second syllable, "dlo", is pronounced like "dough". The final sound, "w", is pronounced like the letter itself. Despite its unique spelling, the pronunciation of Laidlow is fairly straightforward, making it easy for people to remember and say correctly.