The spelling of the word "copperman" is straightforward when using the International Phonetic Alphabet (IPA) phonetic transcription system. The sound of the word can be broken down as /ˈkɒpəman/. This means that the first syllable "copp-" is pronounced with a short "o" sound followed by a "p" sound. The second syllable "-er" is pronounced with a faint "ə" sound followed by an "r". Lastly, the third syllable "man" is pronounced with a short "a" sound followed by an "n". When combined, these sounds make up the word "copperman".