The spelling of the word "scheller" may seem confusing at first, but it can be explained using IPA phonetic transcription. The word is pronounced as /ʃɛlɛr/ with the first two letters pronounced as the "sh" sound in "shoe." The "e" in both syllables is pronounced like the "e" in "bet." The final "r" is pronounced with a slight roll of the tongue. Despite its uncommon spelling, "scheller" is a valid surname and can also refer to a type of bell- or cup-shaped percussion instrument used in music.