Pronunciation: [ˈɔːfən] (IPA) 
The correct spelling of "orfan" is actually "orphan". The IPA phonetic transcription of "orphan" is /ˈɔːfən/. The word refers to a child whose parents have passed away. The incorrect spelling of "orfan" may be a result of a common mistake in which the final letter "n" is mistakenly left out. It is important to use the correct spelling of words to ensure clear communication and avoid confusion.
The word "orfan" does not seem to have a widely recognized etymology as it is not a standard English word. However, if you meant to refer to the word "orphan", then it has a well-known etymology.
The English word "orphan" can be traced back to the Greek word "orphanos" which means "bereaved of parents" or "without a father". Through Latin, the word "orphanus" entered Old French as "orphelin" and subsequently evolved into the Middle English word "orphan" with the same meaning.
