The spelling of the word "doupe" appears to be a phonetic representation of the word "dope," with a slightly elongated "o" sound. In IPA phonetic transcription, it is spelled /doʊp/. The unconventional spelling may be attributed to accents or dialects that alter the pronunciation of certain words. However, it is worth noting that "doupe" does not appear to be a widely accepted spelling of the word and may cause confusion for those unfamiliar with it.