X in Morse Code

Try it: Translator Learn Practice Quiz Game
← W A – Z Index Y →
X in Morse Code
X
-..-
— · · —

The letter X in Morse code is -..- — — · · —. X is the twenty-fourth most common letter in English, which is why it received a longer 4-signal code.

How to Translate X to Morse Code

To translate X to Morse code, write -..-. In written form this is — · · —. When sending by sound, tap a long 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 X in Morse Code?

Here is what X looks like as physical signal blocks — this is the answer to "what is X in Morse code":

Memory trick: X: DAH-dit-dit-DAH — dash dot dot dash.

X in the NATO Phonetic Alphabet

In the NATO phonetic alphabet, X is called X-ray. When spelling out a word letter by letter on radio, operators say "X-ray" to make X unmistakable from other letters that sound similar.

Words Starting With X

Click any word to hear it in Morse code:

Frequently Asked Questions

What is X in Morse code? +
X in Morse code is -..-, written as — · · —. It uses 4 signals.
How do you translate X to Morse code? +
To translate X to Morse code, write -..-. A dot is a short signal and a dash is three times as long.
How many signals does X use in Morse code? +
X uses 4 signals in Morse code: — · · —.
What is the NATO phonetic word for X? +
The NATO phonetic word for X is X-ray.

Translate Any Letter to Morse Code

Open Morse Code Translator

How to Send X in Morse Code

Tap long 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 right then left then left then right for X. The input checks automatically when your tap count matches the code.

How Common is X in English?

X is the twenty-fourth most common letter in English. Morse code gave shorter codes to more frequent letters. X received a 4-signal code based on its frequency in everyday text.

Practice X in Morse

Start with the Learn page — X appears in a structured audio flashcard lesson. Then use practice mode for random drills. The timed quiz adds pressure that builds real recognition speed.

Related Articles