Y in Morse Code
The letter Y in Morse code is -.-- — dash-dot-dash-dash.
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In International Morse Code, the letter Y is written as -.--, made up of 1 dot and 3 dashs. Type or paste Y into the interactive translator above to hear it as audio or watch it flash as a light signal.
In the NATO phonetic alphabet — used alongside Morse code by pilots, sailors, and amateur radio operators to keep letters from being confused over a noisy radio channel — Y is spoken as "Yankee".
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is the Morse code for the letter Y?
- The letter Y is written as -.-- in Morse code — dash-dot-dash-dash.
- How many dots and dashes does Y have in Morse code?
- Y has 4 signals total: 1 dot and 3 dashs.