Morse Code: How to Read, Write & Translate It

Morse code turns letters into dots (·) and dashes (−). It's been used for over 150 years and still pops up in games, puzzles, and messages. Here's how it works.

How Morse code works

Each letter and number is a unique pattern of short signals (dots) and long signals (dashes). For example, SOS is ... --- .... Letters are separated by a space, and words by a slash ( / ).

How to translate it

Use the Morse Code Translator: type text to get Morse, or paste dots and dashes to read them back as text. It handles letters, numbers, and common punctuation.

Fun facts

• SOS was chosen because ... --- ... is simple and unmistakable.
• Morse can be sent as sound, light, or even taps — anything with on/off.
• For more text tricks, try Glitch Text or Vaporwave Text.