The spelling of the word "RISME" may seem strange, but it follows the rules of English phonetics. The IPA transcription for "RISME" is /ˈrɪzm/. The "R" at the beginning of the word is pronounced with a short vowel sound, similar to the "i" in "visit." The "IS" in the middle of the word is pronounced with a long vowel sound, similar to the "eye" sound in "wise." The final "ME" is pronounced with a short "e" sound, similar to the "e" in "met." Together, these sounds make up the unique spelling of "RISME."