The spelling of the word "pollage" can be somewhat confusing to those unfamiliar with it. The IPA phonetic transcription for "pollage" is /ˈpɒlɪdʒ/. The first syllable is pronounced as "pol" and the second syllable as "idj", which makes the "l" sound like a "d" due to the following "j" sound. "Pollage" refers to the act of stripping or cutting back a plant's branches or shoots. It is commonly used in the agricultural industry and can benefit plants by promoting new growth.