The spelling of the word "rodden" may seem unusual to some due to the unusual pronunciation of the word. The correct phonetic transcription of the word is /ˈrɒdən/. The double "d" is pronounced as a single "d", and the stress is on the first syllable. This word is the past participle of the verb "ride" in some dialects, particularly in northern England, and is commonly used as a colloquialism. It is important to remember that regional dialects and variations can result in unique spelling conventions.