The spelling of the name McMonigle can be a challenge for non-native English speakers. The word is pronounced /məkˈmɒnɪɡəl/, with the stress on the second syllable. The 'Mc' prefix is a common way to indicate Scottish or Irish heritage, and can sometimes be spelled as 'Mac' as well. The 'i' following the 'Mc' is pronounced as a short 'i', and the 'g' is pronounced as a 'j' sound, making it 'mon-i-jul'. Overall, the spelling may seem daunting, but it is a unique and distinctive name.