The spelling of "wert turned by" may seem confusing at first glance, but its phonetic transcription in IPA can help clarify its pronunciation. "Wert" is pronounced /wət/, with the "e" sound like in "meh", while "turned" is pronounced /tərnd/ with a subtle "r" sound at the end. "By" is simply pronounced /baɪ/. This phrase is often used in old English literature and means "you were turned by". Understanding the IPA transcription can aid in proper pronunciation and comprehension of older writing styles.