How Do You Spell MCDORMAND?

Pronunciation: [məkdˈɔːmand] (IPA)

The spelling of the word "McDormand" is a reflection of the pronunciation of this surname. According to the International Phonetic Alphabet (IPA), the first syllable is pronounced with a /m/ sound followed by a short /ə/ ("uh") and stressed /d/ sound. The second syllable is pronounced with a long /ɔ/ ("aw") and a short /r/ sound, followed by a stressed /m/ sound. The final syllable is pronounced with a short /ə/ sound and a nasalized /d/ at the end. Thus, the spelling of "McDormand" accurately represents its phonetic pronunciation.