How Do You Spell LAMPHEAR?
Pronunciation: [lˈamfi͡ə] (IPA) 
The spelling of the word "lamphear" may seem tricky, but it can be easily explained with IPA phonetic transcription. The initial "l" sound is followed by the "æ" vowel, as in "cat," and then the "m" sound. The "ph" combination creates a "f" sound, while the "e" and "a" vowels in the middle can be pronounced as a diphthong "ea" or as separate sounds. The final "r" sound is pronounced with a slight emphasis. With this understanding, the spelling of "lamphear" becomes more manageable.
