Easy way to remember
Two long signals with a short inner gap.
TAdd a dash to reach T
MComplete M
Letter 13 of 26
M in Morse Code (--)
M in Morse code is dash dash (− −), said dah-dah
Ready when you are.
2 signals7 units0.42 s at 20 WPM
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International Morse
M
dah · dah
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How to tap M
Use MOON-MOON as a memory cue. Send dash dash. Hold each dash for three dot lengths and leave one dot length between signals.
Don’t mix it up with
A
A is dot dash (· −); M is dash dash (− −). Both have two signals; M has no dot at all.
N
N is dash dot (− ·); M is dash dash (− −). Compare the order and number of signals.
G in Morse code adds one dot after M's two dashes.
Words and names that start with M
| Word | Morse | Try it |
|---|---|---|
| Moon | -- --- --- -. | Open in translator → |
| Map | -- .- .--. | Open in translator → |
| Maya | -- .- -.-- .- | Open in translator → |
| Max | -- .- -..- | Open in translator → |
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Questions people ask
What is M in Morse code?
M is dash dash (− −), said dah-dah
What does M mean on its own?
It represents the letter M. Any extra meaning depends on the operating context or the surrounding message.
How long does M take to send?
The pattern uses 7 units, including its internal gaps. At 20 WPM that is 0.42 seconds, before the next letter gap.
Which pattern is easy to confuse with M?
Compare A (· −) with M (− −). Listen for the difference in signal order and length.
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