The spelling of the word "Kulongoski" is quite complex. The word is pronounced /kuːlɒŋˈɡoʊski/ in IPA phonetic transcription. The initial "ku" sounds like "coo," followed by the "l" sound. The "o" is pronounced like "ah," and the next "ng" sound is pronounced like the "ng" in "singing." The "oski" at the end sounds like "oss-kee." This unusual name belongs to a former governor of Oregon, Ted Kulongoski. Despite its challenging spelling, the name has become well known throughout the state.