Morse Code for X
X in International Morse is −··−, spoken dahditditdah. X is dah-di-di-dah. Operators also use it as a stand-in for a kiss in XOXO.
−··−
Letter-by-letter Morse for X
X (X-ray) is one Morse character: −··−, spoken dahditditdah.
−··−
About Morse for the letter X
Operators say dahditditdah. The NATO word is X-ray.
X 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
- X-ray
How to tap X
- The pattern is −··− (dahditditdah). A dit is a short tap or flash; a dah is about three times longer.
- X 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 X, or turn on the lamp and match the flashes.
Easy to mix up
X is easy to mix with Y (−·−−). Learn both rhythms so they stay distinct.
Morse Code for X — FAQ
What is the Morse code for X?
The Morse code for the letter X is −··−. Say dahditditdah.
How do you tap or flash X 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 X take to send?
At 18 WPM, the letter X 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 X?
Say dahditditdah and attach the NATO word X-ray. X is dah-di-di-dah. Operators also use it as a stand-in for a kiss in XOXO.
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