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Encode or decode Morse code with audio playback. Learn, practice, and use Morse code for communication.

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How Morse Code Is Written

Morse code represents letters and numbers using dots (.) and dashes (-). A dot is a short signal, and a dash is a long signal—typically three times longer than a dot. Each letter has a unique pattern, making it possible to spell out any message.

For example, the letter "E" is a single dot (.), the most common letter gets the shortest code. The letter "T" is a single dash (-). "SOS" is ... --- ..., three dots, three dashes, three dots.

How to Separate Letters and Words

Proper spacing is essential for readable Morse code:

Within a letter: No space between dots and dashes (e.g., .- for "A")
Between letters: One space (e.g., .- -... for "AB")
Between words: Forward slash / or three spaces (e.g., .... . .-.. .-.. --- / .-- --- .-. .-.. -.. for "HELLO WORLD")

This translator automatically handles both formats when decoding. You can use / or multiple spaces between words—both will work.

Common Morse Code Mistakes

Missing spaces between letters: .- -... becomes unreadable as .--... without proper spacing
Wrong word separator: Using only one space between words instead of / or three spaces
Confusing dots and dashes: In poor conditions, a short dash can look like a dot. Count carefully.
Unsupported characters: Accented letters (é, ñ, ü) and special symbols may not have standard Morse equivalents

When Morse Code Is Still Used Today

Morse code remains relevant in several fields:

Amateur radio: CW (Continuous Wave) mode uses Morse for low-power, long-distance communication
Aviation: NDB (Non-Directional Beacon) identifiers are transmitted in Morse code
Emergency signaling: SOS can be signaled with light, sound, or tapping in survival situations
Accessibility: People with severe disabilities can communicate using Morse input devices
Military and maritime: Some backup communication systems still use Morse for reliability

Frequently Asked Questions

What characters does this translator support? ▼

This tool supports A-Z letters, 0-9 numbers, and common punctuation: period, comma, question mark, apostrophe, exclamation mark, slash, parentheses, ampersand, colon, semicolon, equals, plus, hyphen, underscore, quotes, dollar sign, and at sign. Accented characters are not supported.

How do I decode Morse code with this tool? ▼

Switch to "Morse to Text" mode, then paste or type your Morse code. Use spaces between letters and / or multiple spaces between words. The tool will decode it automatically and show any issues detected.

What does the audio playback sound like? ▼

The audio is a pure tone at 600 Hz, similar to traditional Morse code practice. Dots are short beeps, dashes are three times longer. You can choose Slow, Normal, or Fast speed to match your learning pace.

Why is my Morse code not decoding correctly? ▼

Common issues: missing spaces between letters, using wrong characters (like underscores instead of dashes), or having unsupported symbols. The tool will highlight unrecognized patterns. Make sure each letter is separated by one space and words by / or three spaces.