The word "aiona" is a Hawaiian term that means "eternity" or "forever." It is spelled ah-ee-OH-nah in IPA phonetic transcription. The "ah" sound is pronounced like "father," while "ee" sounds like "bee." "OH" is pronounced like "go," and "nah" sounds like "butter." The unique spelling of this word reflects the Hawaiian language's intricate and distinct sound system. Understanding IPA phonetic transcription allows for accurate pronunciation and understanding of words from various languages and cultures.