A in Morse Code

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Dot-Dash | Also known as Alpha in the NATO phonetic alphabet

Quick Answer: What is A in Morse code?

A in Morse code is .- (dot-dash). A in Morse code is .- (dot-dash). It is one of the most common letters, making up about 8% of English text. Samuel Morse assigned A a short two-symbol pattern because of its high frequency. Hear full words containing A on our free Morse code translator or browse the alphabet chart.

Memory Trick

"A-bout" - the dot is the start, the dash is the finish.

Pattern Analysis

  • 2 symbols
  • 1 dot, 1 dash
  • Starts with dot

Words Starting with A

A = . -

AND = . - - . - . .

ANT = . - - . -

ALL = . - . - . . . - . .

Related Letters

  • N (-.) is the reverse of A
  • Learn next: E (.), T (-), I (..)

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