The spelling of the word Swinbourne is often confusing for those unfamiliar with it. The phonetic transcription, /ˈswɪnbən/ helps to explain the spelling. The "sw" sounds like "s" followed by a "w" sound. The "i" is pronounced as "ih" and the following "n" is straightforward. The second syllable "bourne" is pronounced with a silent "e" and a long "o" sound, similar to the word "bone". Keeping the phonetic transcription in mind can help to correctly spell and pronounce Swinbourne.