The spelling of the phrase "wert compelled to" can be explained using the International Phonetic Alphabet (IPA). "Wert" is pronounced as /wərt/ with a schwa sound and the /w/ consonant sound. "Compelled" is pronounced as /kəmˈpɛld/ with a stress on the second syllable and the /k/ and /p/ consonant sounds. Combined with the preposition "to", the phrase means "were forced to". This unique spelling is a reflection of how English has evolved over time and the influence of other languages on its vocabulary and grammar.