Quick reference: Q = --.-
Memorise the rhythm, not just the symbols. Long, long, short, long.
- Letter: Q
- Morse code: --.-
- Dots: 1
- Dashes: 3
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Letter Q in Morse Code
The letter Q in Morse code is --.-. Long, long, short, long. Practice it in the live translator or browse the full A-Z chart.
Example word with Q
QUEEN encodes to:
--.- ..- . . -.
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How to remember Q 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 P (.--.) and letter R (.-.) to feel the difference in timing. Mixing pairs in practice builds real recognition speed.
Practice Q in the live translator
Type any word, press play, and hear the Morse audio - perfect for ear training.