Pronunciation: [ɡˈiːkə] (IPA) 
The spelling of the word "ghica" can be tricky for English speakers as the combination of the letters "gh" makes a unique sound in Romanian. In IPA phonetic transcription, the word would be written as /ˈɡika/. The "g" is pronounced as in "give," and the combination "hica" produces a sound similar to that of the "ch" in "chicken." Thus, "ghica" is pronounced with the stress on the first syllable and closer to "GHEE-kah" than "JEE-kah."
The word "Ghica" is of Romanian origin and can be traced back to the Ghica family, a noble family that played a significant role in Romanian history. The family name "Ghica" is believed to have originated from the Greek name "Ghikas" or "Gica", which was Latinized as "Gyka" or "Gycas". The Ghica family held various positions of power in Wallachia and Moldavia, two historical regions that make up modern-day Romania. The etymology of the word "Ghica" ultimately derives from Byzantine Greek and has been adapted and anglicized over time.
