The correct spelling of the word "Rickerson" is [rɪkərsən]. The initial sound is /r/, followed by the short vowel /ɪ/, then the consonant cluster /kər/ and the final syllable with the vowel /ə/ and the consonant cluster /rsən/. The phonetic transcription helps to accurately represent the sounds in spoken language, thereby aiding in correct spelling. It is important to use correct spelling as misspellings can hinder effective communication and comprehension.