The spelling of the word "nagaa" is reflective of its pronunciation. It is written as /nəˈɡaː/ in IPA phonetic transcription. The first syllable "na" is pronounced with a short "uh" sound, followed by a long "gaa" sound that rhymes with "car." The spelling of the double "a" represents the length and emphasis of the second syllable. The word itself is commonly found in African languages, including Swahili and Bantu, and translates to "snake" in English.