While the spelling of "more alternately" may seem straightforward at first glance, the pronunciation can be a bit trickier to decipher. Using the International Phonetic Alphabet (IPA) can help clarify the correct spelling. The IPA transcription for "more alternately" is /mɔr ɒlˈtɜːnətli/. This indicates that the first syllable should be pronounced with an open "o" sound, followed by the second syllable pronounced with a short "a" sound. The final syllable should be pronounced with an "er" sound and the ending "ly" syllable with a long "e" sound.
The phrase "more alternately" is not a standalone word with its own etymology. However, here is the etymology of the two separate words within the phrase:
1. More: The word "more" originated from the Old English word "māra", which means "greater" or "larger". It can be traced back to the Proto-Germanic word "maizô" and has cognates in various other Germanic languages.
2. Alternately: The word "alternately" comes from the verb "alternate", which in turn derives from the Latin word "alternare". "Alternare" is a combination of "alter" (meaning "other" or "different") and the suffix "-nare" (denoting a frequentative action). So, "alternately" essentially means "in an alternating manner" or "one after another in regular succession".