The spelling of the word "Zelde" can be explained using IPA (International Phonetic Alphabet) phonetic transcription. The first sound is a voiced consonant "z" followed by the vowel sound "ɛ" as in the word "dress." The third sound is a voiced consonant "l," and the final sound is a voiceless consonant "d" pronounced as a dental plosive. Therefore, the correct pronunciation of "Zelde" is /zɛld/. It is important to pay attention to the spelling and pronunciation of words to improve communication skills.