Learn Ham Radio Slang and Jargon With This FREE Guide!

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[@Echelon_Sky_Denver]

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[@mazdakpahlavan2471]

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[@ivandubinsky1857]

While I know all that jargon from nearly 40 years of ham operating, I try to stick to plain English as much as possible. With plain English, there is no room for ambiguity.

[@N2YTA]

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[@sailormike1089]

Be careful how you use 88 on HAM radio, you might get a very affectionate QSL from you don't know too well....😁

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OM is old man and YW is young woman. What's the Code for non binary and trans operators?

[@placeholder-065]

First lesson, don't use CW lingo if you're not operating CW. Example '73 OM'. It's ridiculous and qualifies you as a nerd. Gust ON6KE

[@KT4RAM]

Exactly right. I'm not sure when "QSL" became the bad habit for voice operations. The only time I would use that term outside of CW, is by asking someone if they would like an actual QSL Card for the confirmation of our contact. According to my Elmer it is not meant to be used in phone conversations to replace the words yes, affirmative, copy, roger, etc...