The word "secle" is a variant spelling of the word "sekel", which is Yiddish for "century". The pronunciation of "secle" is "sɛkl" in IPA phonetic transcription, where the "s" sound is followed by a short "e" vowel and a "k" sound. The spelling of this word can be confusing as it doesn't follow the traditional English spelling rules, but it is commonly used in Yiddish literature and culture. Proper pronunciation is important to ensure clear communication in conversations and written text.