Johann Benedict Listing is a German mathematician who is best known for his work on topology. The correct spelling of his name is `/joˈhan ˈbeneˌdikt ˈlɪstɪŋ/`. The first part of his name is pronounced with stress on the first syllable, and the second with stress on the second. The last name has stress on the first syllable and each vowel is pronounced separately. The use of IPA phonetic transcription helps to convey the correct pronunciation of unusual names and words to people who might not be familiar with the language.