Morse Code for J
J in International Morse is ·−−−, spoken ditdahdahdah. J is a dit followed by three dahs, almost the same shape as the digit 1.
·−−−
Letter-by-letter Morse for J
J (Juliett) is one Morse character: ·−−−, spoken ditdahdahdah.
·−−−
About Morse for the letter J
Operators say ditdahdahdah. The NATO word is Juliett.
J is ·−−− — 4 elements. It mixes 1 dit(s) and 3 dah(s).
- Morse
- ·−−−
- Dots / dashes
- 1 · / 3 −
- Characters
- 1
- At 18 WPM
- 933 ms
- NATO word
- Juliett
How to tap J
- The pattern is ·−−− (ditdahdahdah). A dit is a short tap or flash; a dah is about three times longer.
- J is a single character, so you only need the tiny gap between its own dits and dahs.
- At 18 WPM this takes about 933 ms. Slow down to 12 WPM if you are still learning the rhythm.
- Press Play to hear J, or turn on the lamp and match the flashes.
Easy to mix up
J is easy to mix with 1 (·−−−−). Learn both rhythms so they stay distinct.
Morse Code for J — FAQ
What is the Morse code for J?
The Morse code for the letter J is ·−−−. Say ditdahdahdah.
How do you tap or flash J 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 J take to send?
At 18 WPM, the letter J takes about 933 ms. At 12 WPM the same ·−−− pattern is slower but the dit/dah ratios stay identical.
How do you remember Morse for J?
Say ditdahdahdah and attach the NATO word Juliett. J is a dit followed by three dahs, almost the same shape as the digit 1.
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