Morse code is a method of encoding text characters using sequences of dots (short signals) and dashes (long signals). Invented by Samuel Morse in the 1830s, it was originally used for telegraph communication. Each letter and number has a unique pattern — for example, SOS is ··· ——— ···.

How does Morse code timing work?

In standard Morse code, a dash is three times the length of a dot. The gap between parts of the same letter equals one dot length. The gap between letters is three dot lengths, and the gap between words is seven dot lengths. Speed is measured in words per minute (WPM), where one "word" is the standard word PARIS.

Is Morse code still used today?

Yes, Morse code remains in use by amateur radio operators, aviation (for navigation beacons), and the military. The universal distress signal SOS (··· ——— ···) is recognized worldwide. It is also used as an assistive communication method by people with disabilities.

Morse Code Translator — Free Online Tool

Morse Code Translator Online

Translate text to Morse code and back — with audio playback.

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Morse Code Output

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Audio Playback

Speed15 WPM

5 WPM (slow)dot = 80ms40 WPM (fast)

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How to Use

Translate text to Morse code or decode Morse code back to text with this free online tool.

Type or paste text into the input area to convert it to Morse code, or paste Morse code (dots and dashes) to decode it.
Click the Swap button to switch between text-to-Morse and Morse-to-text modes.
Press the Play button to hear the Morse code as audio beeps. Adjust speed with the WPM slider.
Click Copy to copy the Morse code output to your clipboard.
Expand the reference table to see the full Morse code alphabet.

All processing and audio generation happens in your browser — no data is sent to any server.

Features

✓Text to Morse code conversion
✓Morse to text decoding
✓Audio playback with Web Audio API
✓Adjustable speed (WPM)
✓Full ITU Morse code alphabet
✓One-click copy

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Morse code?: Morse code is a method of encoding text characters using sequences of dots (short signals) and dashes (long signals). Invented by Samuel Morse in the 1830s, it was originally used for telegraph communication. Each letter and number has a unique pattern — for example, SOS is ··· ——— ···.
How does Morse code timing work?: In standard Morse code, a dash is three times the length of a dot. The gap between parts of the same letter equals one dot length. The gap between letters is three dot lengths, and the gap between words is seven dot lengths. Speed is measured in words per minute (WPM), where one "word" is the standard word PARIS.
Is Morse code still used today?: Yes, Morse code remains in use by amateur radio operators, aviation (for navigation beacons), and the military. The universal distress signal SOS (··· ——— ···) is recognized worldwide. It is also used as an assistive communication method by people with disabilities.

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