The word "turgeon" is often misspelled as "sturgeon" due to their similar pronunciation. However, the correct spelling of the word is "turgeon", pronounced as /ˈtɜːrdʒən/. The IPA transcription reveals that the word begins with the /t/ sound followed by the schwa /ə/ and a voiced velar fricative /dʒ/. The stress falls on the second syllable /dʒən/. The spelling of words is essential in written communication and using the correct spelling can prevent misunderstandings.