Quick reference: R = .-.
Memorise the rhythm, not just the symbols. Short, long, short.
- Letter: R
- Morse code: .-.
- Dots: 2
- Dashes: 1
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Letter R in Morse Code
The letter R in Morse code is .-.. Short, long, short. Practice it in the live translator or browse the full A-Z chart.
Example word with R
RIVER encodes to:
.-. .. ...- . .-.
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How to remember R 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 Q (--.-) and letter S (...) to feel the difference in timing. Mixing pairs in practice builds real recognition speed.
Practice R in the live translator
Type any word, press play, and hear the Morse audio - perfect for ear training.