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