Pronunciation: [sˈɪvam] (IPA) 
Sivam is a word that can be spelled in various ways depending on the language it is being used in. In Tamil, it is spelled as சிவம் and as सिवम in Hindi. From an IPA phonetic transcription perspective, the first sound /s/ is followed by the vowel /ɪ/ and then the consonant /v/. The final sound is /əm/. This word is often used in relation to the Hindu god Shiva, and is considered an auspicious word in many cultures.
The word "sivam" has its roots in the ancient Indian language of Sanskrit. In Sanskrit, the term "śiva" (शिव) is used to refer to the deity Shiva, who is one of the principal gods in Hinduism. Shiva is often regarded as the destroyer and transformer, as well as the embodiment of pure consciousness and ultimate reality.
The word "sivam" is derived from the Sanskrit noun "śiva" with a suffix "-am" indicating it as the accusative form. In Hindu religious and philosophical texts, "sivam" is used to represent the absolute nature of Shiva, the ultimate and supreme reality. It signifies the divine essence, supreme goodness, and the state of perfect bliss that is associated with the divine.
