Morse Code Translator

Convert between text and Morse code instantly with our free online translator. Perfect for learning Morse code, amateur radio communication, or emergency situations. Supports both text-to-Morse and Morse-to-text conversion.

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About Morse Code

Morse code is a method used in telecommunication to encode text characters as standardized sequences of two different signal durations, called dots and dashes or dits and dahs. Morse code is named after Samuel Morse, one of the inventors of the telegraph.

This Morse code translator tool allows you to easily convert between text and Morse code in both directions. You can translate text to Morse code or decode Morse code back to readable text.

Key Features of Our Morse Code Translator:

  • Bi-directional translation - Convert text to Morse and Morse to text
  • Audio playback - Hear how your Morse code sounds
  • Copy to clipboard - Easily copy results for use elsewhere
  • Mobile-friendly - Works on all devices
  • No installation required - 100% web-based and free to use

How to Use the Morse Code Translator

Converting Text to Morse Code

  1. Enter your text in the left input box
  2. Click "Convert to Morse Code" button
  3. View the Morse code translation in the result box below
  4. Optional: Click "Play Morse Sound" to hear the code or "Copy Morse Code" to copy it

Converting Morse Code to Text

  1. Enter your Morse code in the right input box (use . for dots and - for dashes)
  2. Separate letters with spaces and words with '/'
  3. Click "Convert to Text" button
  4. View the text translation in the result box below
  5. Optional: Click "Copy Text" to copy the translation

Tips for Using Morse Code

  • Morse code is case insensitive - it will work with both upper and lower case letters
  • Numbers and most punctuation marks are supported
  • For best results when decoding, make sure your Morse code input follows standard formatting
  • Use the sample button to see examples of properly formatted Morse code

Morse Code Chart

Below is the complete Morse code chart showing letters, numbers, and punctuation with their Morse code equivalents:

Character Morse Code Character Morse Code
A .- N -.
B -... O ---
C -.-. P .--.
D -.. Q --.-
E . R .-.
F ..-. S ...
G --. T -
H .... U ..-
I .. V ...-
J .--- W .--
K -.- X -..-
L .-.. Y -.--
M -- Z --..
0 ----- 6 -....
1 .---- 7 --...
2 ..--- 8 ---..
3 ...-- 9 ----.
4 ....- . .-.-.-
5 ..... , --..--
? ..--.. / -..-.
' .----. @ .--.-.

Common Morse Code Phrases

  • SOS: ... --- ... (international distress signal)
  • HELLO: .... . .-.. .-.. ---
  • I LOVE YOU: .. / .-.. --- ...- . / -.-- --- ..-
  • HELP: .... . .-.. .--.
  • OK: --- -.-

History of Morse Code

Morse code was developed in the 1830s by Samuel Morse and Alfred Vail for their new invention, the electrical telegraph. The first message sent by Morse code was "What hath God wrought" from Washington to Baltimore on May 24, 1844.

Key Developments

  • 1838: Morse demonstrates his telegraph system using Morse code
  • 1844: First long-distance telegraph message sent
  • 1865: International Morse code standardized at International Telegraphy congress in Paris
  • 1890s: Widespread use in radio communication begins
  • 1999: Commercial use of Morse code ends in the U.S., though it remains in use by amateur radio operators

Modern Uses

While no longer used for commercial telecommunications, Morse code still has several important uses today:

  • Amateur radio: Many ham radio operators still use Morse code
  • Aviation: Some navigation aids still identify in Morse code
  • Military: Used in some situations where other communication isn't possible
  • Emergency signals: The SOS distress signal remains universally recognized
  • Accessibility: Used by people with disabilities to communicate