The spelling of the word "noncommittaling" might seem a bit confusing at first glance. However, it can be broken down phonetically using the International Phonetic Alphabet (IPA). The word is pronounced as [ˌnɒnkəˈmɪtəlɪŋ], with the stress on the second syllable. The first three letters "non" signify negation, while the root word, "commit," means to pledge or promise. The suffix "-ling" is added to indicate continuous or ongoing action. Thus, "noncommittaling" refers to someone who avoids committing to a particular course of action or position.