Morse Code for B
B in International Morse is −···, spoken dahditditdit. B starts with a dah and finishes with three dits, the inverse rhythm of 6.
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Letter-by-letter Morse for B
B (Bravo) is one Morse character: −···, spoken dahditditdit.
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About Morse for the letter B
Operators say dahditditdit. The NATO word is Bravo.
B is −··· — 4 elements. It mixes 3 dit(s) and 1 dah(s).
- Morse
- −···
- Dots / dashes
- 3 · / 1 −
- Characters
- 1
- At 18 WPM
- 667 ms
- NATO word
- Bravo
How to tap B
- The pattern is −··· (dahditditdit). A dit is a short tap or flash; a dah is about three times longer.
- B is a single character, so you only need the tiny gap between its own dits and dahs.
- At 18 WPM this takes about 667 ms. Slow down to 12 WPM if you are still learning the rhythm.
- Press Play to hear B, or turn on the lamp and match the flashes.
Easy to mix up
B is easy to mix with D (−··). Learn both rhythms so they stay distinct.
Morse Code for B — FAQ
What is the Morse code for B?
The Morse code for the letter B is −···. Say dahditditdit.
How do you tap or flash B 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 B take to send?
At 18 WPM, the letter B takes about 667 ms. At 12 WPM the same −··· pattern is slower but the dit/dah ratios stay identical.
How do you remember Morse for B?
Say dahditditdit and attach the NATO word Bravo. B starts with a dah and finishes with three dits, the inverse rhythm of 6.
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