Mayday in Morse Code

"mayday" 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.

To send "mayday" 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.

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

"mayday" uses 17 total signals: 6 dits (short) and 11 dahs (long). The overall pattern is dah-heavy (more long signals), which affects how it sounds at standard transmission speeds.

In emergency and maritime communication, "mayday" is a standardized signal used via Morse code to convey critical information quickly. Knowing its Morse code (-- .- -.-- -.. .- -.--) can be life-saving in survival situations.