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Morse Code for 3

The digit 3 is ···−−. 3 is three dits and two dahs, sitting halfway through the 1–5 family.

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Pitch600 Hz
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1 chars1 words3 · / 2 −

Letter-by-letter Morse for 3

Digits use five Morse elements. 3 is ···−− (ditditditdahdah).

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About Morse for the digit 3

3 sits next to 2 (··−−−) and 4 (····−).

Sending 3 at 18 WPM takes about 933 ms (ditditditdahdah).

Practice digits 0–9
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3 · / 2 −
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1
At 18 WPM
933 ms

How to tap 3

  1. The pattern is ···−− (ditditditdahdah). A dit is a short tap or flash; a dah is about three times longer.
  2. 3 is a single character, so you only need the tiny gap between its own dits and dahs.
  3. At 18 WPM this takes about 933 ms. Slow down to 12 WPM if you are still learning the rhythm.
  4. Press Play to hear 3, or turn on the lamp and match the flashes.

Morse Code for 3 — FAQ

What is the Morse code for 3?

The Morse code for “3” is ···−−. That uses 3.

How do you tap or flash 3 in Morse?

Match ···−−: short for each dit, about three times as long for each dah. Press Play on this page, then copy the same timing with a tap, whistle, or flashlight.

How long does 3 take to send?

At 18 WPM, “3” takes about 933 ms. At 12 WPM the same ···−− pattern is slower but the dit/dah ratios stay identical.