The word "Hespan" is spelled with the IPA phonetic transcription of "/ˈhɛspən/". The "h" is pronounced with a breath of air, whereas the "e" is pronounced with a short "eh" sound. The "s" in "hesp" is pronounced with its usual sibilant sound, and the "a" is pronounced with a short "æ" sound. Finally, the "n" is pronounced with a soft "n" sound. Despite being a seldom-used word, the correct spelling of Hespan is important in preserving its meaning and usage in language.