The word "NCNWR" is a bit of a mystery at first glance, but its spelling makes perfect sense when using the International Phonetic Alphabet (IPA) system. The word is pronounced /ˈɛn.si.ɛn.dʌb.lju.ɑr/ with each letter corresponding to its own sound. "N" represents the sound /ɛn/, "C" represents /si/, "W" represents /dʌb.lju/ and "R" represents /ɑr/. When said properly, the word spells out each sound individually, making it a useful way to familiarize oneself with IPA notation.