The word "Rosecrans" is spelled as [ˈroʊzkrænz]. In this spelling, the first syllable is pronounced as "rose" with a long O sound [roʊz], followed by the second syllable "crans" with a short A sound [krænz]. The proper noun refers to a surname that has historical significance in America, as it belongs to a Union general during the Civil War, William S. Rosecrans. The spelling of the name is unique and has become a symbol of bravery and leadership in American history.