Morse Code for "2" — Pattern, Mnemonic & Audio
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2 = ··−−− (2 dits, 3 dahs)
Mnemonic
i-do-TWO-TWOS
Syllable-based memory aid
Timing
1 + 1 + 3 + 3 + 3 units
At 20 WPM: 660ms total
Type
Number
International Morse Code (ITU-R M.1677-1)
Common Words with 2
SECOND2WAY24HR200NM2026
Abbreviated Numeral (Cut Number)
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Full (5 elements)
→
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Cut = U
Cut number: U (··−). Saves 2 elements compared to the full ··−−−. Common in fast CW traffic.
In Amateur Radio
Appears in 2m (144 MHz) amateur band designations, signal reports, and the 20m band (14 MHz). Cut number: U (··−).
In Aviation
Appears in VHF frequencies (121.2 MHz emergency frequency), transponder codes, and altitude FL200 (20,000 feet).
In Maritime
Channel 16 VHF (156.8 MHz) is the international maritime distress frequency. The "1" and "6" in 16 appear constantly in maritime communications.