The spelling of the word "somaiya" can be a bit confusing because it doesn't follow typical English pronunciation rules. The correct phonetic transcription of this word in IPA is /səʊˈmaɪ.jə/. The first syllable is pronounced like the word "so," followed by a long "i" sound ("ai"), and ending with "ya." This word is actually a surname of Indian origin and is pronounced slightly differently in different regions of the country. It's important to use the correct transcription to ensure accurate communication.