Quick reference: A = .-
Memorise the rhythm, not just the symbols. One short, one long beat.
- Letter: A
- Morse code: .-
- Dots: 1
- Dashes: 1
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Letter A in Morse Code
The letter A in Morse code is .-. One short, one long beat. Practice it in the live translator or browse the full A-Z chart.
Example word with A
APPLE encodes to:
.- .--. .--. .-.. .
Want to try your own word? Open the Morse code translator and type any text to see and hear it instantly.
How to remember A in Morse code
Learners pick up letters fastest when they listen rather than read. Play the audio a few times, repeat the rhythm aloud, then write the dots and dashes on paper. The fast-start learning guide covers the full routine.
Related letters
Compare letter Z (--..) and letter B (-...) to feel the difference in timing. Mixing pairs in practice builds real recognition speed.
Practice A in the live translator
Type any word, press play, and hear the Morse audio - perfect for ear training.