Morse Code for Q
Q in International Morse is −−·−, spoken dahdahditdah. Q is dah-dah-dit-dah, famously the start of CQ (“calling anyone”).
−−·−
Letter-by-letter Morse for Q
Q (Quebec) is one Morse character: −−·−, spoken dahdahditdah.
−−·−
About Morse for the letter Q
Operators say dahdahditdah. The NATO word is Quebec.
Q 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
- Quebec
How to tap Q
- The pattern is −−·− (dahdahditdah). A dit is a short tap or flash; a dah is about three times longer.
- Q 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 Q, or turn on the lamp and match the flashes.
Easy to mix up
Q is easy to mix with Z (−−··). Learn both rhythms so they stay distinct.
Morse Code for Q — FAQ
What is the Morse code for Q?
The Morse code for the letter Q is −−·−. Say dahdahditdah.
How do you tap or flash Q 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 Q take to send?
At 18 WPM, the letter Q 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 Q?
Say dahdahditdah and attach the NATO word Quebec. Q is dah-dah-dit-dah, famously the start of CQ (“calling anyone”).
Related Morse lookups
Other high-intent translations — each page has its own Morse, timing, and breakdown.