The word "ornelas" is spelled as /ɔːˈnɛləs/ in IPA phonetic transcription. It is a surname of Spanish origin and its spelling follows the phonetic rules of the Spanish language. The "o" is pronounced as "oh" while the "r" is rolled in a trill sound. The "n" is pronounced with the tongue touching the back of the upper front teeth and the "e" is pronounced as "eh". The final "as" is pronounced as "ahs".
The word "Ornelas" is a surname of Portuguese origin. It is derived from the given name "Arnold", which itself comes from the Germanic elements "arn" meaning "eagle" and "wald" meaning "rule" or "power". Over time, the name "Arnold" evolved into various forms and spellings, including "Ornelas". The surname "Ornelas" is most commonly found in Portugal and has spread through Portuguese immigration to other countries.