How Do You Spell BRANKSOME?

Pronunciation: [bɹˈaŋksʌm] (IPA)

The spelling of the word "Branksome" can be a bit confusing for those unfamiliar with it. The word is pronounced as /ˈbræŋksəm/ according to IPA phonetic transcription. The first syllable is pronounced as "brang" with a short 'a' sound followed by a hard 'g'. The second syllable is pronounced with a soft 's' sound followed by a short 'u' sound and ends with a silent 'e'. "Branksome" is a place name in Dorset, England, but is also used as a surname.