X in Morse Code

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-..-

How to Write X in Morse Code

X is written as -..-. It uses 2 dot(s) and 2 dash(es) in this order: dash dot dot dash.

What Does "dash dot dot dash" Mean in Morse Code?

dash dot dot dash, or -..-, represents the letter X in Morse code.

Timing for X

• Dot = 1 unit.
• Dash = 3 units.
• Gap between symbols inside one letter = 1 unit.
• Gap to the next letter = 3 units.

Examples with X

• X=-..-
• X-RAY=-..- -....- .-. .- -.--
• EXTRA=. -..- - .-. .-

X vs Similar Morse Letters

• D -..
• B -...
• C -.-.

Practice

• Decode this pattern: -..-
• Compare X with W.
• Try this letter in the Morse Code Translator.

Letter Navigation

Related Tools and Pages

• Morse Code Alphabet
• Morse Code Translator
• Morse Code Chart
• Morse Code Timing Rules
• Alphabet Index