Ddim guitar chord
The Ddim chord (D diminished) is built from the notes D, F and Ab, formula 1–b3–b5. It appears in Eb major (as vii°).
- Notes
- D F Ab
- Type
- diminished
- Level
- Barre chord
OpenShape 1 of 3
xx0131How to play Ddim
The easiest Ddim shape is xx0131, starting around fret 1. Mute any strings marked x so only chord tones sound.
Tense and unstable. It usually appears briefly as a passing chord.
Other ways to play it
Questions
What notes are in the Ddim chord?
Ddim contains D, F and Ab. Its formula is 1–b3–b5.
Is Ddim hard to play on guitar?
It is harder than a basic open chord. The most common shape is xx0131.