The spelling of the word "Ackerlea" can be explained using the International Phonetic Alphabet (IPA). The word is pronounced as "ˈækərlɪə", with the stress on the first syllable "ack". The "a" sound is pronounced as a short vowel, with the "e" at the end making it a diphthong. The "r" is pronounced rolled or tapping, and the "l" sound is a lateral liquid. The "i" sound is also pronounced as a short vowel, and the "ea" combination is pronounced as "ɪə".