D in Morse Code
The letter D in Morse code is written as -.., a pattern of 2 dots and 1 dash, and spoken aloud as dah-di-dit. Press play to hear it.
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- Symbol: -..
- Pronunciation: dah-di-dit
- NATO phonetic word: Delta
- Made of: 2 dots, 1 dash
How To Send D in Morse Code
To send D, key a dash, a dot, a dot. A dot is one unit of time and a dash lasts three units, with a one-unit gap between the parts of the letter. At a typical speed each unit is a fraction of a second, so the whole letter takes well under a second to send.
How To Remember D
D is dah-di-dit, one long and two shorts. It is the reverse of U (di-di-dah).
Letters Often Confused With D
Because its pattern is the reverse of another letter, D is easy to mix up with U (..-). Practising them side by side helps you hear the difference.