The spelling of "Dickenson" is often a point of confusion, as it looks like it should be pronounced with a long "i" sound. However, the correct pronunciation is actually "dih-KEHN-suhn", with the stress on the second syllable. The "i" in the first syllable is pronounced like the short "i" in "is", and the "e" in the second syllable is pronounced like the short "e" in "bet". Knowing the correct IPA transcription can help clear up any confusion about the spelling of this word.