The spelling of the word "pritchard" can be a bit confusing, especially when it comes to the pronunciation. In IPA phonetic transcription, it is spelled /ˈprɪtʃəd/, with the "ch" being pronounced like the "tch" sound in "catch" or "match". The spelling of this word actually comes from a Welsh origin, where the name was originally spelled "Ap Rhydderch". Over time, the spelling morphed into "Pritchard" in English, with the pronunciation following suit.