How Do You Spell SLAPE?
Pronunciation: [slˈe͡ɪp] (IPA) 
The spelling of the word "Slape" may seem confusing, but it's actually quite simple when you break it down phonetically. The word is pronounced /sleɪp/, with a long "a" sound like in the word "flame". The "e" at the end of the word is silent, so it's not pronounced. This word could be a surname or a variation of the word "sleep" in certain dialects. Regardless, understanding the IPA phonetic transcription can help you decipher unusual spellings like this one.
