The letter V in Morse code is ...- — · · · —. V is the twenty-first most common letter in English, which is why it received a longer 4-signal code.
How to Translate V to Morse Code
To translate V to Morse code, write ...-. In written form this is · · · —. When sending by sound, tap a short beep then a short beep then a short 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 V in Morse Code?
Here is what V looks like as physical signal blocks — this is the answer to "what is V in Morse code":
Memory trick: V: dit-dit-dit-DAH — three dots then a dash. Like Beethoven's Fifth!
V in the NATO Phonetic Alphabet
In the NATO phonetic alphabet, V is called Victor. When spelling out a word letter by letter on radio, operators say "Victor" to make V unmistakable from other letters that sound similar.
Words Starting With V
Click any word to hear it in Morse code:
Frequently Asked Questions
What is V in Morse code? +
V in Morse code is ...-, written as · · · —. It uses 4 signals.
How do you translate V to Morse code? +
To translate V to Morse code, write ...-. A dot is a short signal and a dash is three times as long.
Tap short then short then short 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 left then left then left then right for V. The input checks automatically when your tap count matches the code.
How Common is V in English?
V is the twenty-first most common letter in English. Morse code gave shorter codes to more frequent letters. V received a 4-signal code based on its frequency in everyday text.
Practice V in Morse
Start with the Learn page — V appears in a structured audio flashcard lesson. Then use practice mode for random drills. The timed quiz adds pressure that builds real recognition speed.