The spelling of the word "Sandridge" can be explained using the International Phonetic Alphabet (IPA). It is pronounced as /ˈsændrɪdʒ/ where the first syllable "sand" is pronounced as /sænd/ and the second syllable "ridge" is pronounced as /rɪdʒ/. The "s" and "r" sounds are clear, while the "a" in "sand" is pronounced as in "cat" and "i" in "ridge" is pronounced as in "it". "Dʒ" represents the soft "j" sound at the end of the word. Overall, the correct spelling of "Sandridge" ensures that its pronunciation is accurate.