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