K in Morse Code

The letter K in Morse code is written as -.-, a pattern of 1 dot and 2 dashes, and spoken aloud as dah-di-dah. Press play to hear it.

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How To Send K in Morse Code

To send K, key a dash, a dot, a dash. 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 K

K is dah-di-dah and is the standard invitation to transmit on the radio. Think Kang-a-Roo.

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