The spelling of the word "Slaybaugh" can be a bit tricky for those unfamiliar with German phonetics. The word is pronounced /sleɪbɔːɡ/ in IPA phonetic transcription. The "sl" sound is followed by the long "a" sound, represented by the "ay" digraph. The next syllable starts with the "b" sound and is followed by the "au" diphthong, representing the "aw" sound. The final syllable starts with the "g" sound and has a silent "h". Overall, the spelling of "Slaybaugh" accurately represents its Germanic pronunciation.