Dm7 guitar chord
The Dm7 chord (D minor 7th) is built from the notes D, F, A and C, formula 1–b3–5–b7. It appears in C major (as ii7), Bb major (as iii7) and F major (as vi7).
- Notes
- D F A C
- Type
- minor 7th
- Level
- Beginner
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xx0211How to play Dm7
The standard open Dm7 shape is xx0211. It needs 3 fingers and stays in the first few frets, so it is one of the chords most players learn early.
Mellow and smooth, common in soul, R&B, jazz and laid-back pop.
Other ways to play it
Questions
What notes are in the Dm7 chord?
Dm7 contains D, F, A and C. Its formula is 1–b3–5–b7.
Is Dm7 hard to play on guitar?
No. The open shape (xx0211) is beginner-friendly and doesn't need a barre.
What can I play instead of Dm7?
Dm is the closest simpler chord. It keeps the same root and basic character, so it works when Dm7 is too hard or too busy.