The spelling of the word "rathite" can be explained using IPA phonetic transcription. The word is pronounced as /ræthaɪt/, with the stress on the first syllable. The initial "r" sound is followed by the short "a" vowel sound, then a "th" sound produced by pressing the tongue against the teeth, and finally the long "i" sound before the "t" at the end. The spelling of "rathite" may be confusing to some, but understanding its phonetic transcription can help with pronunciation.