The spelling of the word "Nopha" is unique and can be confusing for many people. The pronunciation of this word is [noʊfə], with the phonetic transcription indicating that the first syllable is pronounced with a long "o" sound, followed by a schwa sound in the second syllable. The letter "p" between the two vowels indicates a break between the sounds, which helps to emphasize the second syllable. While the spelling may not follow typical English phonetics rules, it is still a valid word with a distinct pronunciation.