The spelling of the word "pharoses" is often confused with "pharaohs". However, the correct spelling of the word is "pharaohs" (/ˈfɛroʊz/), with an "a" instead of an "o" in the second syllable. The word refers to rulers of ancient Egypt and has its roots in the Egyptian language. The confusion may stem from the fact that the "o" sound is commonly associated with the word's pronunciation, but the correct IPA transcription is "/fɛroʊz/".