How Do You Spell WAS THE MEND?
Pronunciation: [wʌzðə mˈɛnd] (IPA) 
The correct spelling for the phrase "was the mend" is actually "was to mend." In IPA phonetic transcription, this would be written as /wɑz tə mɛnd/. The confusion in spelling may come from the similarity in sound between "to" and "the" when spoken quickly. The phrase "was to mend" means that something needed repairing or improving, indicating a plan or intention to fix the issue. It is important to use the correct spelling and pronunciation to effectively convey meaning in written and spoken communication.
