The word "Shopen" is frequently misspelled as "Chopin", with the incorrect pronunciation being "CHO-pen". However, the correct pronunciation is "SHOH-pen," as indicated by the IPA phonetic transcription /ʃoʊˈpɛn/. The spelling of "Shopen" reflects the original Polish spelling of the composer's last name, which is "Szopen". Thus, it is important for musicians and music enthusiasts alike to remember the correct spelling and pronunciation of this iconic composer's name.