Convert text to Morse code and Morse code back to text. Includes audio playback and visual reference chart. Free online translator.
What Is Morse Code Translator?
Morse code is a communication system that encodes text characters as sequences of dots (short signals) and dashes (long signals). Invented by Samuel Morse in the 1830s for telegraph communication, it was the dominant long-distance communication method for over a century. Each letter, number and punctuation mark has a unique pattern — SOS (the international distress signal) is three dots, three dashes, three dots (···−−−···).
While no longer used for everyday communication, Morse code remains relevant for amateur radio, emergency signalling, accessibility (it can be input with a single switch) and as a fascinating piece of communication history. This tool translates between text and Morse code in both directions.
How to Use This Tool
Type or paste text to convert to Morse code, or enter Morse code to decode.
Morse code is displayed with dots (·) and dashes (−), separated by spaces between letters.
Use the audio playback button to hear the Morse code as beeps.
Adjust playback speed to learn at your own pace.
Copy the Morse code output for use in educational materials or communication.
Tips & Best Practices
In Morse code, E (·) is the shortest letter and J (·−−−) is one of the longest — frequency of use influenced the encoding.
Letters are separated by spaces and words by larger gaps (or / in written Morse).
SOS (···−−−···) is written without letter spaces — it is a prosign, not three separate letters.
Learning Morse code is easier by sound than sight — listen to the audio and practise recognising patterns.
Common Use Cases
Learning Morse code for amateur radio licensing exams.
Converting messages to Morse code for educational projects or demonstrations.
Encoding messages for puzzles, escape rooms or scavenger hunts.
Understanding a fundamental piece of communication history.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I hear the Morse code?
Yes. Premium users can play Morse code as audio beeps using Web Audio API, hearing each dot and dash in real time.