Pronunciation: [wˈɜːt dˈʌmstɹʌk] (IPA) 
The word "wert dumbstruck" is not spelled correctly. The correct spelling is "were dumbstruck". The pronunciation of the word is /wər ˈdʌmstrʌk/, with the schwa sound for "were" and the stress on the second syllable of "dumbstruck". It means to be so shocked or amazed that one cannot speak. It is important to spell words correctly to ensure clear communication, and to avoid misunderstandings or confusion.
The word "wert dumbstruck" is composed of two parts: "wert" and "dumbstruck".
1. "Wert": It is a contraction of the archaic second-person singular form of the verb "to be" in Middle English. In this case, "wert" is derived from the Old English word "wǣre" or "wǣrest". Over time, the verb form evolved, and "wert" became the second-person singular past tense form of "to be" in Middle English.
2. "Dumbstruck": It is an adjective that originated in the early 19th century. "Dumb" derives from the Middle English "dumb(e)", which meant "silent" or "speechless", while "struck" comes from the Old English word "strīocan", meaning "to stroke" or "strike".
