The word "Sothe" has an unusual spelling, but it can be explained through its phonetic transcription. In IPA, "Sothe" is pronounced as /sɒð/. The "o" is pronounced with a short "ah" sound, while the "th" in "Sothe" is pronounced as a voiced dental fricative. This unique spelling results from the combination of Old English and Middle English influences on the word's pronunciation. Despite its uncommon spelling, "Sothe" has been used as a surname throughout history and is still used today.