Z in Morse Code

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--..

How to Write Z in Morse Code

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

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

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

Timing for Z

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

Examples with Z

• Z=--..
• ZERO=--.. . .-. ---
• ZONE=--.. --- -. .

Z vs Similar Morse Letters

• G --.
• Q --.-

Practice

• Decode this pattern: --..
• Compare Z with Y.
• 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