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Mike

MIKE

NATO code word for the letter M

Quick Facts

Pronunciation

MIKE

Morse Code

−−

Signal Flag

Maritime M

Visual Signals

Maritime Signal Flag

Mike maritime flag

International maritime signal flag for M. Used in naval communications and ship-to-ship signaling.

Semaphore Position

Mike semaphore signal

Semaphore flag position for M. Used for visual flag signaling over short distances.

About Mike

Mike is the NATO code for M, short and easily recognizable worldwide.

Why "Mike"?

Named after the common English name Mike/Michael.

Real-World Usage

  • 1

    Aviation: "Mike terminal, proceed to gate"

  • 2

    Military: "Mike Company reporting"

  • 3

    Radio: "Mike-November-5-Oscar, over"

💡 Memory Trick

Microphone = Mike - both M words

❌ Common Mistakes

Don't confuse Mike with:

  • Michael
  • Mary
  • Mother
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