Lutfullah Siddiqui:

Several phonetic spellings are possible depending on the desired level of detail and the target dialect/accent. There's no single "correct" phonetic spelling, as pronunciation varies. Here are a few options, categorized for clarity:

Option 1 (Simplified):

• Lut-foo-lah Sid-dee-kwee

This option uses common English approximations for the sounds. It's easily understandable for most English speakers.

Option 2 (More Detailed - IPA-influenced):

• /lʊtˈfʊlɑː sɪdˈdiːkiː/

This uses the International Phonetic Alphabet (IPA) to represent the sounds more accurately. However, it requires familiarity with IPA. A non-linguist might find this less useful. A rough approximation for English speakers would be: Loot-foo-lah Sid-dee-kee (with a slightly longer "oo" sound in "foo" and "lah").

Option 3 (Dialect-Specific - e.g., American English):

• Loot-fool-ah Sid-dee-kwee

This adjusts the vowel sounds slightly to reflect a common American English pronunciation.

Option 4 (Dialect-Specific - e.g., British English):

• Lut-foo-lah Sid-dee-kwee

This version might be closer to a British English pronunciation, with a slightly shorter "oo" sound in "foo" and "lah".

Option 5 (Breaking down syllables for clarity):

• Lut-ful-lah Sid-di-qui

This option breaks the name into syllables, making it easier to pronounce for those unfamiliar with the name.

The best option depends on the context and the audience. For a casual introduction, Option 1 or 5 might suffice. For academic or formal settings, Option 2 might be preferred (though it requires explanation). Options 3 and 4 cater to specific English dialects.