Morse Code for D
D in International Morse is −··, spoken dahditdit. D is a dah and two dits. Beginners mix it with B, which simply adds one extra dit.
−··
Letter-by-letter Morse for D
D (Delta) is one Morse character: −··, spoken dahditdit.
−··
About Morse for the letter D
Operators say dahditdit. The NATO word is Delta.
D is −·· — 3 elements. It mixes 2 dit(s) and 1 dah(s).
- Morse
- −··
- Dots / dashes
- 2 · / 1 −
- Characters
- 1
- At 18 WPM
- 533 ms
- NATO word
- Delta
How to tap D
- The pattern is −·· (dahditdit). A dit is a short tap or flash; a dah is about three times longer.
- D is a single character, so you only need the tiny gap between its own dits and dahs.
- At 18 WPM this takes about 533 ms. Slow down to 12 WPM if you are still learning the rhythm.
- Press Play to hear D, or turn on the lamp and match the flashes.
Easy to mix up
D is easy to mix with B (−···). Learn both rhythms so they stay distinct.
Morse Code for D — FAQ
What is the Morse code for D?
The Morse code for the letter D is −··. Say dahditdit.
How do you tap or flash D 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 D take to send?
At 18 WPM, the letter D takes about 533 ms. At 12 WPM the same −·· pattern is slower but the dit/dah ratios stay identical.
How do you remember Morse for D?
Say dahditdit and attach the NATO word Delta. D is a dah and two dits. Beginners mix it with B, which simply adds one extra dit.
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