The spelling of the word "KOM SRK" may seem peculiar to those unfamiliar with the Khmer language. The correct pronunciation of the word is /kʊm sɑrk/, with the first syllable pronounced as "kum" and the second syllable pronounced as "sark". In the Khmer script, the "KOM" part of the word is written with a subscript consonant, indicating that it is a compound word, while "SRK" is written with a subscript vowel. The word "KOM SRK" is commonly used in Cambodia to refer to a government department or ministry.