The spelling of the word "quon" is unique and can be confusing for those unfamiliar with its pronunciation. It is pronounced /kwɒn/, with the "qu" representing the /kw/ sound, followed by the vowel sound /ɒ/ and the consonant sound /n/. The spelling of "quon" may have originated from its Cantonese translation, which is spelled "觀" and pronounced "guan" with a similar pronunciation to the English spelling. Despite its uncommon spelling, "quon" is a valid English word meaning "a place of residence or business".