Chicken in Morse Code

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Letter breakdown

C −·−·
H ····
I ··
C −·−·
K −·−
E ·
N −·

Quick facts

Total symbols
20 (13 dits + 7 dahs)
Transmission time
~6.5s at 12 WPM · ~3.9s at 20 WPM
Longest letter
C (-.-.) · 11 units
Rare letters
Common alphabet only
Rhythm
dit-heavy (more short signals)
Starts with C (-.-.) More words starting with C Part of Food & Drink

Visual Morse Code

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C -.-.
H ....
I ..
C -.-.
K -.-
E .
N -.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is "chicken" in Morse code?

"chicken" in Morse code is written as: -.-. .... .. -.-. -.- . -.. Each letter is separated by a space, and each letter maps to a unique combination of dots and dashes.

How do you send "chicken" in Morse code?

To send "chicken" in Morse code, transmit each letter's pattern with a short pause between letters. A dot is a short signal, and a dash is three times longer.

Can I hear "chicken" in Morse code?

Yes! Use the audio player above to listen to "chicken" in Morse code. You can also use our Tools page to generate CW audio at custom speeds and pitch.

Is "chicken" shorter or longer in Morse code than the average English word?

The average 5-letter English word transmits in roughly 1.5 seconds at 12 WPM. "chicken" takes about 6.5 seconds, which puts it on a comparable scale. Words with rare letters (J, Q, X, Z) or many dahs trend longer.

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