The spelling of the surname "Prevatte" can be explained using IPA phonetic transcription. The initial "Pre-" is pronounced as "pɹɛ", with the "r" sound being a slight trill. The second syllable "-vatte" is pronounced as "væt", with the "e" at the end of the word being silent. The stress is on the second syllable, making it "pre-VATTE". This unique spelling of the surname is pronounced as "pɹɛvæt" and is commonly found in North America.