What is 'Help' in Morse code?

'Help' in Morse code is .... . .-.. .--.. It breaks down into H (....), E (.), L (.-..), and P (.--.).

Is 'HELP' or 'SOS' used in emergencies?

'SOS' (... --- ...) is the universal, standardized distress signal recognized internationally because of its unmistakable continuous pattern. However, 'HELP' (.... . .-.. .--.) is also widely understood.

How do you signal 'Help' with a flashlight?

Flash 4 short bursts for 'H', 1 short burst for 'E', 1 short - 1 long - 2 short for 'L', and 1 short - 2 long - 1 short for 'P'. Maintain clear pauses between letters.

Phrases & Emergency

Tín hiệu cứu giùm bằng mã Morse

Learn how to transmit 'Help' in Morse code through sound, light, or tapping. Understand when to use 'HELP' versus the universal distress signal 'SOS'.

Help

.... . .-.. .--.

....

.-..

.--.

Emergency Standard: SOS vs HELP

While HELP is spelled out letter-by-letter, the universal Morse distress signal is SOS (... --- ...). SOS is sent as a continuous prosign without letter pauses, making it unmistakable over radio static or flashing beacons.

Read the Full SOS Signal Guide