Quick reference: Z = --..
Memorise the rhythm, not just the symbols. Two long beats followed by two short.
- Letter: Z
- Morse code: --..
- Dots: 2
- Dashes: 2
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Letter Z in Morse Code
The letter Z in Morse code is --... Two long beats followed by two short. Practice it in the live translator or browse the full A-Z chart.
Example word with Z
ZEBRA 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 Z 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 Y (-.--) and letter A (.-) to feel the difference in timing. Mixing pairs in practice builds real recognition speed.
Practice Z in the live translator
Type any word, press play, and hear the Morse audio - perfect for ear training.