The correct spelling of the word "bacevich" is a bit tricky to determine just by sounding it out. In IPA phonetic transcription, it would be spelled /bəˈsɛvɪtʃ/. The "ce" in the middle of the word is pronounced like an "s," and the "ich" at the end is pronounced like "itch." The "a" in the first syllable is pronounced like the "a" in "about," while the "e" in the second syllable is pronounced like the "e" in "pet." Knowing the IPA spelling can help ensure that the word is spelled correctly.