The spelling of the word "Gallton" may seem confusing at first, but can be easily deciphered through the use of IPA phonetic transcription. The word is pronounced as [ˈɡæltən] with emphasis on the first syllable "gal." The double "l" in the word is used to signify a short vowel sound followed by a consonant, which is common in English spelling. Additionally, the use of the letter "o" instead of "a" is likely due to the influence of the name "Galton," a surname with a similar pronunciation.