The word "Darden" is typically spelled as d-a-r-d-e-n. Using the International Phonetic Alphabet (IPA), this can be transcribed as /dɑrdən/. The first syllable is pronounced with an open back unrounded vowel sound, similar to the "a" in "father". The second syllable has a short "uh" sound, like the "u" in "butter". Overall, the pronunciation of "Darden" is straightforward and follows typical English spelling conventions.