The spelling of the word "Bishnu" is pronounced /ˈbɪʃnu/. The first sound is the "b" sound, followed by the "i" sound as in "sit". The "sh" sound comes next, and is followed by the "n" sound. The final sound is "u" as in "put". This name is popular in Nepal and several other countries, and is often given to boys. Its meaning is "Lord of the Universe". With this phonetic transcription, it becomes easier to understand the correct spelling of the name Bishnu.