The correct spelling of the surname "Otellini" is often a point of confusion. It is pronounced /oʊtəˈliːni/ in IPA phonetic transcription. The first syllable is pronounced like "oh" with a long "o" sound. The second syllable is pronounced with a short "uh" sound, like "ut." The third syllable has a long "ee" sound. Finally, the last two syllables are pronounced as a single syllable with a long "e" sound, like "ne." Keeping in mind these sounds should help when spelling this surname correctly.