Morse Code Alphabet

Interactive reference for all Morse code characters with audio and visual guides

A
.-
Climbing up then down a mountain (.-)
B
-...
Bag with three small items (-...)
C
-.-.
Charlie Chaplin's walking stick (-.-.)
D
-..
Dog with a short tail (-..)
E
.
Single dot, easiest letter (.)
F
..-.
G
--.
H
....
I
..
J
.---
K
-.-
L
.-..
M
--
Mmm sound, two dashes (--)
N
-.
O
---
Three dashes, like three Os (---)
P
.--.
Q
--.-
R
.-.
S
...
Snake slithering (...)
T
-
U
..-
V
...-
W
.--
X
-..-
Y
-.--
Z
--..

Practice the Entire Alphabet

Listen to the entire alphabet in sequence to familiarize yourself with the sounds.

About the Morse Code Alphabet

Morse code uses a standardized sequence of short and long signals, commonly known as dots and dashes, to represent letters, numbers, and special characters. The code was developed by Samuel Morse and Alfred Vail in the 1830s and has been used for communication ever since, particularly in telegraphy, maritime signaling, and emergency situations.

Learning Tips

Learn in Small Groups

Start with a few characters at a time. Master the E, T, A, N group first (the most common letters), then gradually add more.

Use Multiple Senses

See the visual patterns, hear the sounds, and practice writing or tapping out the codes to engage different senses and strengthen memory.

Memory Aids

Use the memory aids provided for each character to create mental associations that make the patterns easier to remember.

Daily Practice

Consistent practice, even just a few minutes per day, is more effective than occasional longer sessions.