The letter M in Morse code is -- — — —. M is the fourteenth most common letter in English, which is why it received a short 2-signal code.
How to Translate M to Morse Code
To translate M to Morse code, write --. In written form this is — —. When sending by sound, tap a long beep then a long beep. The dots and dashes follow the ITU-R M.1677-1 international Morse code standard used worldwide.
Visual Signal — What is M in Morse Code?
Here is what M looks like as physical signal blocks — this is the answer to "what is M in Morse code":
Memory trick: M is two dashes — like the two humps of the letter M.
M in the NATO Phonetic Alphabet
In the NATO phonetic alphabet, M is called Mike. When spelling out a word letter by letter on radio, operators say "Mike" to make M unmistakable from other letters that sound similar.
Words Starting With M
Click any word to hear it in Morse code:
Frequently Asked Questions
What is M in Morse code? +
M in Morse code is --, written as — —. It uses 2 signals.
How do you translate M to Morse code? +
To translate M to Morse code, write --. A dot is a short signal and a dash is three times as long.
Tap long then long — -- (— —). The gap between signals within one letter is one dot length. The gap before the next letter is three dot lengths.
In the Two-Button Tap mode, press right then right for M. The input checks automatically when your tap count matches the code.
How Common is M in English?
M is the fourteenth most common letter in English. Morse code gave shorter codes to more frequent letters. M received a 2-signal code based on its frequency in everyday text.
Practice M in Morse
Start with the Learn page — M appears in a structured audio flashcard lesson. Then use practice mode for random drills. The timed quiz adds pressure that builds real recognition speed.