Pronunciation: [ˈɔːɡə stˈɛm] (IPA) 
The spelling of the word "auger stem" can be explained using the International Phonetic Alphabet (IPA). The word is pronounced /ˈɔːɡər stɛm/, with the "au" sound represented by /ɔː/ and the "er" sound represented by /ər/. The "g" is pronounced as a hard "g" sound /ɡ/, and the final "m" is pronounced as /m/. An auger stem refers to the long, cylindrical shaft used in an auger drill, often used in construction and woodworking.
The term "auger stem" does not have a specific etymology, as it is a combination of two separate words: "auger" and "stem".
The word "auger" derives from the Old English word "nafogār", which meant "nave drill" or "shipwright's drill". It is also related to the Old Norse word "nafarr", meaning "nave pin". Over time, the term "auger" evolved to refer to a tool or instrument used for boring holes in wood or other materials.
On the other hand, the term "stem" comes from the Old English word "stefn", meaning "stem" or "trunk" of a plant. It is related to the Old High German word "stam", which also means "stem" or "trunk".
