The name "Philomene" can be phonetically transcribed as [fɪləˈmiːn]. The first syllable "phi" is pronounced as "fai" with an "f" sound. The second syllable is pronounced as "luh" with a short "u" sound. The third syllable "me" is pronounced as "mee" with a long "i" sound. The final syllable "ne" is pronounced as "n" with a short "e" sound. Overall, the spelling of "Philomene" accurately reflects its pronunciation in IPA transcription.
The name Philomene has Greek origins and is derived from two Greek words: philo meaning love and mene meaning moon. Therefore, Philomene can be translated as lover of the moon or one who loves the moon.