Manasco is a surname that can be spelled phonetically as "muh-NAS-koh". The first syllable "ma" is pronounced with the short "uh" sound followed by "NAS" which has a nasal "n" sound and the short "a" sound. The final syllable "co" is pronounced with a soft "k" sound and the long "o" sound. When it comes to spelling this surname, it is crucial to pay close attention to each syllable to ensure the correct phonetic pronunciation.