The correct spelling of the word "Adolphsen" can be a bit tricky to decipher without the help of phonetic transcription. The first syllable is pronounced "a-dolfs", with the "o" sounding like the "o" in "hot" and the "f" and "s" blending together. The second syllable is pronounced "en", with the "e" sounding like the "e" in "bet". So the full pronunciation is "a-dolfs-en". Remembering this sound structure can help ensure the correct spelling of the name.