The spelling of the word "Shaughan" can be confusing for those unfamiliar with its phonetic pronunciation. In IPA (International Phonetic Alphabet), it is spelled /ʃɔːn/ which breaks down to the "sh" sound, followed by the "aw" sound, and ending with the "n" sound. The combination of the "au" and "gh" can throw off those who are not used to this particular spelling. However, once the pronunciation is understood, the spelling of "Shaughan" becomes much clearer.