Ddim chord
D diminished
C4
D
F
Ab
C5
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Notes
- DR
- Fb3
- Abb5
Formula: R – b3 – b5
Ddim inversions
The same notes, with a different note in the bass.
Root position Ddim
C4
D
F
Ab
C5
1st inversion Ddim/F
C4
F
Ab
C5
D
2nd inversion Ddim/Ab
C4
Ab
C5
D
F
More D chords
Diminished chords in other keys
FAQ
What notes are in the Ddim chord?
The D diminished chord (Ddim) has 3 notes: D, F and Ab.
How do you play Ddim on the piano?
Put your right hand on D, F and Ab, starting from D. A common fingering for three-note chords is thumb (1), middle finger (3) and little finger (5).
What is the formula of a diminished chord?
R – b3 – b5 (in semitones from the root: 0, 3, 6).