How Do You Spell KASBA VIRUS?

Pronunciation: [kˈasbə vˈa͡ɪɹəs] (IPA)

The correct spelling of the virus name that has recently caused concern in India is Kasba virus. Its pronunciation is [ˈkæzbə vaɪrəs], with the stress on the first syllable. The word "Kasba" comes from the name of the village in which the virus was first identified in the Kozhikode district of Kerala. The phonetic transcription of "Kasba" is [ˈkæzbə]. Although this virus is not yet well-known globally, it is important to spell its name correctly to avoid confusion and to facilitate scientific research and reporting.