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"wave" 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 "wave" 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 "wave" in Morse code. You can also use our Tools page to generate CW audio at custom speeds and pitch.
At 20 WPM, "wave" sounds like a continuous burst of 10 short and long beeps lasting about 2 seconds. The rhythm reflects the dit/dah balance: this word is balanced between dits and dahs, which trained ears recognize as a distinct sound shape.
"wave" is a standard maritime term used in ship-to-ship and ship-to-shore communication. Its Morse code representation (.-- .- ...- .) is transmitted via radio or light signals.
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