The spelling of the word "Tetterton" can be confusing for some, as it contains a mix of consonants and vowels that may not be seen together often. Using IPA phonetic transcription, the word can be broken down into /ˈtɛtərtən/. The double "t" in the beginning of the word is pronounced with a glottal stop, while the "e" in both syllables is pronounced with a short vowel sound. The final "on" sound is represented by the IPA symbol /ən/. With this transcription, the spelling of "Tetterton" can be better understood.