Ephigenius is a rare surname that is difficult to pronounce and spell. The correct IPA phonetic transcription for this name is ɛfɪdʒiːniəs, which can help people who are unfamiliar with the name pronounce it correctly. The first syllable, "Ephi", is pronounced with a short "e" sound followed by "fi", pronounced "fee", and "genius" is pronounced with a soft "g" sound, then "nee" and "us". It's important to ensure the correct spelling and pronunciation of people's names to show respect for their identity.