Morse Code Translator
Translate text to Morse code or decode Morse code to text. Learn and practice Morse code encoding and decoding.
How to Use This Calculator
- Select the mode: Encode (Text → Morse) or Decode (Morse → Text).
- Enter your text (for encoding) or Morse code (for decoding, use / to separate words).
- The calculator displays the translated result.
- Use this to learn Morse code, practice encoding/decoding, or communicate using Morse code.
Morse Code System
Morse code uses dots (·) and dashes (-) to represent characters:
Numbers: 0 = -----, 1 = ·----, 2 = ··---, 3 = ···--, 4 = ····-, 5 = ·····, 6 = -····, 7 = --···, 8 = ---··, 9 = ----·
Example: "HELLO" = ···· · ·-·· ·-·· ---. "SOS" (distress signal) = ··· --- ···.
Full Description
Morse code is a method of encoding text information using sequences of dots (·) and dashes (-), also known as dits and dahs. Invented by Samuel Morse and Alfred Vail in the 1830s, it was originally used for telegraph communication and remains in use today for amateur radio, aviation, maritime, and emergency communication.
The code is designed for efficiency: the most common letters have the shortest codes (E = ·, T = -), while less common letters have longer codes. Letters are separated by spaces, and words are separated by "/" or longer spaces. Morse code can be transmitted using sound (beeps), light (flashes), radio signals, or any on/off signaling method.
This translator helps you encode text to Morse code or decode Morse code to text. Select encode or decode mode, enter your text or Morse code, and it translates instantly. Use it to learn Morse code, practice encoding and decoding, communicate using Morse code, or understand this historical communication method. Morse code is still valuable for emergency communication and amateur radio.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Morse code?
Morse code is a method of encoding text using dots (·) and dashes (-) to represent letters, numbers, and punctuation. It was invented by Samuel Morse in the 1830s for telegraph communication. Each character has a unique pattern of dots and dashes.
How do I read Morse code?
Dots (·) are short signals, dashes (-) are long signals (typically 3 times the length of a dot). Letters are separated by spaces, words are separated by "/" or longer spaces. For example, "SOS" is "... --- ..." (three dots, three dashes, three dots).
What are common Morse code patterns?
Common letters: E = · (shortest), T = - (second shortest), A = ·-, I = ··, S = ···, O = ---, H = ····, 5 = ·····. SOS (distress signal) = ··· --- ···. The most common letter (E) has the shortest code.
Is Morse code still used?
Yes! Morse code is still used in amateur radio, aviation (navigation beacons), maritime, and emergency communication. It's also used for learning, historical reenactment, and as an accessibility tool for people with disabilities.