Pronunciation: [wˈɜːt mˈɛmbəɹ ɒv] (IPA) 
The correct spelling for "wert member of" is actually "were member of". The pronunciation of "were" is /wɜːr/, with the /w/ sound at the beginning, followed by a long 'e' vowel sound and an 'r' sound. The confusion in spelling may come from the fact that "were" is the past tense of the verb "to be". When used in the phrase "were member of", it refers to being a member of a group or organization in the past tense.
"Wert member of" is an archaic phrase that combines the verb "wert," the past tense of the verb "to be" in the second person singular, with the noun "member" and the preposition "of."
The verb "to be" is used to express existence, identity, or qualities of a person, thing, or concept. In this case, "wert" suggests that the subject (presumably addressed to the second person) was, in the past, a part of or associated with a particular group or organization.
A "member" refers to an individual who belongs to a specific group or organization, forming an integral part of it, often by virtue of an official registration or endorsement. They enjoy certain rights, privileges, and responsibilities within that specific community or entity.
The preposition "of" denotes the relationship between the subject and the larger group they belong to. It shows that the subject is a part of or affiliated with a particular collective or establishment, emphasizing their membership.
Therefore, the phrase "wert member of" implies that the person addressed had previously been a part of a specific group or organization. It signifies that they held a formal status, enjoyed the privileges, and performed the obligations that come with being a member. The phrase suggests a historical reference to the individual's association with a particular entity in the past.
