The spelling of the word "albarn" may seem confusing, but it can be explained through the use of the International Phonetic Alphabet (IPA). The IPA transcription for "albarn" is /ˈælbɑːn/. The first syllable is pronounced with a short "a" sound, followed by the "l" and "b" sounds. The second syllable is pronounced with an "ar" sound, represented by the IPA symbol "ɑː". Therefore, the spelling of "albarn" accurately reflects its pronunciation in English.