Morse Code for P
P in International Morse is ·−−·, spoken ditdahdahdit. P is dit-dah-dah-dit, a rounded shape that sits next to J in many drills.
·−−·
Letter-by-letter Morse for P
P (Papa) is one Morse character: ·−−·, spoken ditdahdahdit.
·−−·
About Morse for the letter P
Operators say ditdahdahdit. The NATO word is Papa.
P is ·−−· — 4 elements. It mixes 2 dit(s) and 2 dah(s).
- Morse
- ·−−·
- Dots / dashes
- 2 · / 2 −
- Characters
- 1
- At 18 WPM
- 800 ms
- NATO word
- Papa
How to tap P
- The pattern is ·−−· (ditdahdahdit). A dit is a short tap or flash; a dah is about three times longer.
- P is a single character, so you only need the tiny gap between its own dits and dahs.
- At 18 WPM this takes about 800 ms. Slow down to 12 WPM if you are still learning the rhythm.
- Press Play to hear P, or turn on the lamp and match the flashes.
Easy to mix up
P is easy to mix with J (·−−−). Learn both rhythms so they stay distinct.
Morse Code for P — FAQ
What is the Morse code for P?
The Morse code for the letter P is ·−−·. Say ditdahdahdit.
How do you tap or flash P 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 P take to send?
At 18 WPM, the letter P takes about 800 ms. At 12 WPM the same ·−−· pattern is slower but the dit/dah ratios stay identical.
How do you remember Morse for P?
Say ditdahdahdit and attach the NATO word Papa. P is dit-dah-dah-dit, a rounded shape that sits next to J in many drills.
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