Tashunkawitco (ta-ʃun-ka-wit-ko) is a Sioux Indian name that comes from the Lakota language. The word is spelled as it is pronounced, with each letter representing a distinct sound. In IPA phonetic transcription, the "t" is pronounced as "ta," the "a" is pronounced as "ʃun," the "sh" is pronounced as "ka," the "k" is pronounced as "wit," and the "w" is pronounced as "ko." This complex spelling underscores the importance of accurately and respectfully representing indigenous languages and cultures.