When it comes to spelling the word "smirnova", knowing the IPA phonetic transcription can be helpful. The correct spelling is /smɪrˈnɔːvə/. The first syllable, "smir", rhymes with "fear" and "near". The second syllable, "nov", is pronounced with a short "o" sound as in "hot". Finally, the last syllable, "a", is pronounced with a long "a" sound as in "ah". With this transcription in mind, you should be able to spell "smirnova" with ease.
The word "Smirnova" is a Russian surname. It is derived from the word "smirnyi" (смирный) which means "meek" or "humble". The suffix "-ova" indicates that it is a feminine form of the surname. "Smirnova" can be interpreted as "daughter of the humble one" or "belonging to the meek".