The spelling of "benbow" is consistent with English phonetics. In IPA (International Phonetic Alphabet), "benbow" is written as /bɛnboʊ/. The first syllable "ben" is pronounced with the short "e" sound as in "bed", followed by a "n" consonant. The second syllable "bow" is pronounced with the long "o" sound as in "show", followed by a "w" consonant. This spelling accurately reflects the pronunciation of the word, making it easier for English speakers to read and understand.