The correct spelling of the name "Mario Ancona" is often confused, with variations such as "Mário Ancoña" or "Mario Anconia" being seen. However, the correct pronunciation can be easily transcribed using the International Phonetic Alphabet (IPA), which would be /ˈmɑːrioʊ əŋˈkoʊnə/. The emphasis is on the first syllable, with a long "a" sound at the start of "Mario". The surname "Ancona" is pronounced with the stress on the second syllable, and the "c" is a hard "k" sound.