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NATO Phonetic Alphabet Translator

Spell out names, codes and registration numbers the way pilots and radio operators do.

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CHARS: 0WORDS: 0LINES: 0
OUTPUT
CHARS: 0WORDS: 0LINES: 0

How the NATO Phonetic Alphabet Translator works

Each letter becomes its ICAO code word and each digit is spelled out. The tool uses the official spellings Alfa and Juliett, and in decode mode also accepts the common Alpha and Juliet.

Choose a separator for the output, and optionally mark spaces so that word breaks survive in the result. To translate back, switch the direction and paste the code words. Words that are not in the alphabet are shown in brackets so that you can see what could not be read.

When it is useful

  • •Spelling a name or confirmation code over a phone call.
  • •Learning the alphabet by converting words you know.
  • •Writing radio style messages for games, fiction or training material.
  • •Reading back a license plate or a serial number without confusion between B and D or M and N.

Frequently Asked Questions

Why Alfa and Juliett with those spellings?

The international standard spells them that way so that speakers of different languages pronounce them as intended. Alpha and Juliet are widespread alternatives.

How are digits spoken in the standard?

The standard gives special pronunciations such as niner for 9 and fife for 5. This tool uses plain number words for easier reading.

Are there other spelling alphabets?

Yes. The Phonetic Spelling Generator on this site offers older and regional alphabets such as the 1941 Able Baker code and police styles.

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