Ytterbite is a rare mineral that was first discovered in Sweden in the 19th century. Its name is derived from the town of Ytterby, where it was found. The spelling of the word "ytterbite" can be explained using the International Phonetic Alphabet (IPA), which represents the sounds of language. The word is pronounced /ˈʏtərbaɪt/ in IPA, with stress on the second syllable. The spelling of the word reflects this pronunciation, with "ytter" representing the initial syllable and "bite" representing the final syllable.