The word "are host" is spelled with the IPA phonetic transcription of /ɑr hoʊst/. The first syllable is pronounced with the long "a" sound /ɑr/ like in "car". The second syllable is pronounced with a diphthong /hoʊst/ like in "coast". The spelling "are host" may sometimes be confused with "our host" which is pronounced with a different vowel sound for the first syllable. It is important to be clear in pronunciation and spelling to avoid miscommunication when referring to hosting arrangements.