The word "standifer" is a surname that has a unique spelling. It is pronounced /ˈstændɪfər/ with stress on the first syllable, according to IPA phonetic transcription. The spelling follows English orthography rules with "st" and "d" consonants, "i" and "e" vowels alternating in the first syllable, and ending with "-fer" which makes the final "er" syllable pronounced as schwa. Such an uncommon spelling may confuse some readers, but it adds uniqueness to the name.