Letter G
What is G in Morse Code?
The Morse code for G is --..
G--.
Breakdown
G consists of dash, dash, dot — 1 dot and 2 dashes. It is a fairly short signal compared with most letters.
Timing Structure
- · Dot: about 1 time unit
- · Dash: about 3 time units
- · G takes 9 units in total: 1 dot (1 units) + 2 gaps (2 units) + 2 dashes (6 units)
Memory Trick
"dah-dah-dit" — two heavy notes settling into one short tap.
Example Words
- GOLF --. --- .-.. ..-.
- GREAT --. .-. . .- -
- GOOD --. --- --- -..
Similar Characters
- W (.--)Mirror images: dash-dash-dot vs dot-dash-dash.
Practice This Character
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