Morse Code for W
W in International Morse is ·−−, spoken ditdahdah. W is dit-dah-dah, the mirror of G, and the start of “what,” “why,” and “wait.”
·−−
Letter-by-letter Morse for W
W (Whiskey) is one Morse character: ·−−, spoken ditdahdah.
·−−
About Morse for the letter W
Operators say ditdahdah. The NATO word is Whiskey.
W is ·−− — 3 elements. It mixes 1 dit(s) and 2 dah(s).
- Morse
- ·−−
- Dots / dashes
- 1 · / 2 −
- Characters
- 1
- At 18 WPM
- 667 ms
- NATO word
- Whiskey
How to tap W
- The pattern is ·−− (ditdahdah). A dit is a short tap or flash; a dah is about three times longer.
- W 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 W, or turn on the lamp and match the flashes.
Easy to mix up
W is easy to mix with G (−−·). Learn both rhythms so they stay distinct.
Morse Code for W — FAQ
What is the Morse code for W?
The Morse code for the letter W is ·−−. Say ditdahdah.
How do you tap or flash W 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 W take to send?
At 18 WPM, the letter W 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 W?
Say ditdahdah and attach the NATO word Whiskey. W is dit-dah-dah, the mirror of G, and the start of “what,” “why,” and “wait.”
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