The spelling of the word "Raught" can be confusing to many due to its archaic and rare usage. It is an alternative spelling of "wrought", which means shaped or worked with tools, commonly used in the past tense. The correct pronunciation of "Raught" is /rɔːt/, with a long "aw" sound and a silent "gh". While the spelling might seem unconventional, it represents an evolution in language and can provide insight into historical usage and pronunciation.
The word "raught" is an archaic past tense and past participle of the verb "reach". It originated from the Old English word "rehte", which meant "to stretch out, extend, or reach for". Over time, the word evolved into "raught" and was commonly used in Middle English. However, it gradually fell out of use, and the modern form "reached" became more prevalent.