Morse Code Translator
Translate plain text to Morse code or decode Morse code back to text instantly. Free online translator.
Plain Text Input:
Morse Code Output:
How does Morse Code work?
Morse code is a method of transmitting text information as a series of on-off tones, lights, or clicks. It uses dots (`.`) and dashes (`-`) to represent the letters of the alphabet, numerals, and punctuation marks. This tool works as a two-way Morse code translator — use it to translate Morse code back into plain text, or to translate plain text into Morse code — using standard International Morse Code, separating letters with a space and words with a forward slash (`/`).
Example
Encoding "SOS" produces ... --- ...; decoding it back returns "SOS". Paste either the text or the dots-and-dashes into the input box, pick the matching mode, and click translate.
Common Use Cases
- Learning or practicing Morse code for amateur radio licensing.
- Decoding Morse code messages from puzzles or historical texts.
- Translating Morse code found in movies, games, or escape rooms back into readable text.
- Converting a message into Morse code to send over a radio, light, or sound signal.
FAQs
How are words separated in Morse code?
Letters within a word are separated by a single space, and words are separated by a forward slash (/).
How do I translate Morse code back into text?
Switch to "decode" mode, paste the Morse code (dots and dashes, with letters separated by spaces and words separated by a slash) into the input box, and click "Translate to Text" — the plain-text result appears on the right, ready to copy.
How do I translate text into Morse code?
Switch to "encode" mode, type or paste your message, and click "Translate to Morse" — each letter, number, and common punctuation mark is converted to its dot-dash equivalent.
Is this the same as a "mos code" translator?
Yes — "mos code" is a common misspelling of "Morse code." This translator works the same way no matter how you search for it: paste your text or code above and hit translate.
Is this Morse code translator free to use?
Yes — translation happens instantly in your browser, it's completely free to use, and no signup or installation is required.