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Morse Code Converter
Translate text to Morse code and decode Morse back to text instantly. Perfect for ham radio operators, educators, puzzle creators, and curious minds.
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How Morse Code Works
Each letter and digit maps to a unique pattern of short signals (dots ·) and long signals (dashes —). Letters are separated by a space; words are separated by a forward slash (/).
A = ·— B = —··· C = —·—· S = ··· O = ———
SOS = ··· ——— ···
"HELLO" = ···· · ·—·· ·—·· ———
Morse Code Today
Beyond amateur radio, Morse code appears in assistive communication devices for people with motor disabilities, emergency beacons, escape room puzzles, nautical signaling, and pop culture references from film to music.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Morse code?
Morse code is a method of encoding text as a sequence of short ("dot") and long ("dash") signals. Developed in the 1830s by Samuel Morse and Alfred Vail for telegraph communication, it remains relevant today in amateur radio, aviation, and emergency signaling.
How do I decode Morse code?
Paste your Morse code sequence into the input field using dots (.) and dashes (-), with spaces between letters and forward slashes (/) between words, then click "Morse → Text." The tool translates each symbol sequence back to its corresponding letter.
What is the SOS signal in Morse code?
SOS is ... --- ... (three dots, three dashes, three dots). It is the internationally recognized distress signal chosen because it is easy to transmit and recognize, not because of any word abbreviation.
Is Morse code still used today?
Yes. Amateur radio (ham radio) operators worldwide still use Morse code. It is also required knowledge for some aviation licenses, used in military communications, and embedded in assistive technologies for people with disabilities.
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