Morse letter
Y in Morse Code
Y in Morse code is “-.--”. Copy it, play the sound, or compare it with nearby letters in the International Morse Code alphabet.
LetterY
Morse Code
-.--Remember Y
A memory cue and a real word.
Memory cueY starts dash-dot and finishes with two dashes.
Example wordYANKEE begins with Y: -.-- .- -. -.- . .
Compare itX keeps the same outer dashes but uses two middle dots: -..-.
Quick reference
Y as a Morse signal.
| Character | Morse Code | Pronunciation | NATO word | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Y | -.-- | dah di dah dah | Yankee | Letter |
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FAQ
Quick answers about Y.
What is Y in Morse code?
Y in Morse code is “-.--”. It is the same pattern for uppercase Y and lowercase y.
How do you pronounce Y in Morse code?
Y is pronounced dah di dah dah in Morse rhythm.
Is lowercase y different in Morse code?
No. International Morse Code does not distinguish uppercase and lowercase letters, so Y and y both use “-.--”.