Baranowski is a surname of Polish origin. It is spelled as /ˌbarəˈnɒfski/ according to the IPA phonetic transcription. The first syllable is pronounced with a short "a" sound, followed by the consonant blend "r-n". The second syllable starts with an "o" sound that transforms into a short "a" sound, followed by another consonant blend "fs". The final syllable is pronounced with a long "i" sound. The spelling may be difficult for non-native Polish speakers due to the unfamiliar sound combinations.
The etymology of the word "Baranowski" is of Polish origin. It is a surname derived from the Polish word "baran", which means "ram" or "sheep". The suffix "-owski" signifies the connection to a geographical location or an association with a particular family or estate. Therefore, "Baranowski" can be understood as someone who comes from a place associated with sheep or a family that had a connection to sheep farming.