No in Morse Code
"No" in Morse code is -. ---.
Letter by letter
| Letter | Morse |
|---|---|
| N | -. |
| O | --- |
Together: -. ---.
Yes in Morse code
The opposite, "yes," is -.-- . ... (Y -.--, E ., S ...). Yes and no are a fun, practical pair to learn — short, easy to tell apart by rhythm, and handy for simple back-and-forth signalling with a friend.
A note on operator shorthand
Radio operators often don't spell out "yes" and "no." They use short prosigns and abbreviations instead — for example a single C or the sound of "roger" to mean affirmative. For everyday use and practice, though, spelling -. --- for no and -.-- . ... for yes is perfectly clear.
How to send it
"No" is quick: dah-dit (N), then dah-dah-dah (O), with a short gap between the two letters. Practice it with the audio tool or flash it with light, then pair it with "yes" for two-way practice.
Frequently asked questions
What is "no" in Morse code?
-. --- — N is -. and O is ---.
What is "yes" in Morse code?
-.-- . ... — Y -.--, E ., S ....
Is there a shorter way to say yes or no? Radio operators use prosigns and abbreviations, but spelling the words out is clearest for everyday use.
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