The spelling of the word "stradley" can be explained using the International Phonetic Alphabet (IPA). The first syllable is pronounced /stræd/, with the "a" sound similar to that in "cat". The second syllable is pronounced /li/, with a long "i" sound as in "hi". Therefore, the proper spelling would be "stradley" rather than "stradly" or "stradlie". Using IPA can assist in correctly spelling and pronouncing words, ultimately allowing for clearer communication.