The spelling of the word "most broomstick" can be confusing for some as it contains a cluster of consonants in the middle. The correct pronunciation of this word is /moʊst ˈbruːmstɪk/. The "s" and "t" sounds in "most" and "broomstick" blend together making it sound like "sht" in the middle. The stress falls on the first syllable "most". Despite its complicated spelling, "most broomstick" is a simple phrase used to describe the primary ingredient in a popular children's game, Quidditch.