"Tiryan" is a word with an unusual spelling that may confuse some readers. However, its spelling derives from the International Phonetic Alphabet (IPA) transcription of its pronunciation, which is /ˈtɪrjən/. The "i" is pronounced as the short "i" sound, followed by the consonant "r." The "y" represents a sound formed by rounding the lips while saying the "i" sound, followed by the "ən" sound. Despite its unusual spelling, the word "Tiryan" has a clear pronunciation when read using its IPA transcription.