"Brachman" is spelled with a "ch" sound in the middle, rather than a "k" or "c" sound, due to its etymology. The word comes from the German "Brach," meaning fallow or untilled land. In German, the "ch" sound is pronounced like the "ch" in "Bach" or "ich." When the word was adopted into English, the spelling was left intact, but the pronunciation shifted slightly, with the "ch" sound becoming more like a "k" sound. The phonetic transcription of "Brachman" is /ˈbræk.mən/.
The word "Brachman" is of Greek origin and is derived from the ancient Greek word "brachys", meaning "short". This term referred to an ancient Indian religious and philosophical group known as the Brahmins. Over time, "brachys" evolved into "Brahman" or "Brachman". In the Greek context, it denoted a category of wise men or philosophers, while in the Indian context, it referred specifically to the highest social and spiritual caste of priests and scholars in Hinduism.