The word "spongophare" is a medical term referring to a part of the respiratory system in some animals. Its spelling is derived from Greek roots: "spongos," meaning "sponge," and "pharynx," meaning "throat." The correct pronunciation of "spongophare" is /ˈspɒŋɡəʊfɛər/, with emphasis on the "goh" sound. The IPA phonetic transcription breaks the word down into individual sounds to aid in proper pronunciation. Understanding the origin of a word's spelling can help remember how to spell it correctly.