Convert English text to Morse code and back instantly with EngDic's free Morse code translator. Type your message, hear it played as real Morse audio, and copy it with one click — no signup or download needed.
How to Use the Morse Code Translator
- Type or paste English text into the input box — the Morse code appears instantly.
- Click the ⇄ toggle to switch between English → Morse and Morse → English. In reverse mode, type dots and dashes with a space between letters and / between words.
- Press ▶ Play Sound to hear your message as authentic Morse beeps. Drag the speed slider down while you're learning, or up for a challenge.
- Hit Copy Output to grab the result and paste it anywhere.
Morse Code Chart (A–Z, 0–9)
The complete international Morse code alphabet and numbers for quick reference:
| Letter | Code | Letter | Code | Letter | Code |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| A | .- | B | -... | C | -.-. |
| D | -.. | E | . | F | ..-. |
| G | --. | H | .... | I | .. |
| J | .--- | K | -.- | L | .-.. |
| M | -- | N | -. | O | --- |
| P | .--. | Q | --.- | R | .- |
| S | ... | T | - | U | ..- |
| V | ...- | W | .-- | X | -..- |
| Y | -.-- | Z | --.. | 0 | ----- |
| 1 | .---- | 2 | ..--- | 3 | ...-- |
| 4 | ....- | 5 | ..... | 6 | -.... |
| 7 | --... | 8 | ---.. | 9 | ----. |
A Brief History of Morse Code
Morse code was developed in the 1830s and 1840s by Samuel Morse and Alfred Vail for the electric telegraph — the first system that could send a message across continents in minutes instead of weeks. Each letter became a unique pattern of short signals (dots) and long signals (dashes). The most famous Morse signal, SOS (··· −−− ···), was adopted as the international distress call in 1908. Commercial telegraphy has faded, but Morse code is still used by amateur radio operators worldwide, and several navies still train sailors in flashing-light Morse.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Morse code still used today?
Yes — mainly by amateur (ham) radio operators, and it remains a backup communication method in aviation and the military. It's also a popular hobby skill, and scouts still learn it.
What is SOS in Morse code?
SOS is ··· −−− ··· (three dots, three dashes, three dots). It was chosen because the pattern is unmistakable, not because it stands for any words.
How long does it take to learn Morse code?
With 15–20 minutes of daily practice using the audio playback above, most people memorize the full alphabet within two to three weeks.
Can I translate Morse code back to English?
Yes — click the ⇄ toggle to switch to Morse → English mode, paste Morse code (dots and dashes, a space between letters, / between words), and the English text appears instantly.
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