Wahlers is spelled phonetically as /ˈwɑː.lərz/. The first syllable "wah" is pronounced with an open back vowel /ɑː/. The "l" in the second syllable is pronounced softly, with the tip of the tongue touching the roof of the mouth. The "er" sound in the final syllable is pronounced with a schwa /ə/ followed by the "r" sound. Spelling of Wahlers, a German surname, does not follow English phonetic rules and is likely a result of anglicization over time.