Dsus2 chord

D suspended 2nd

C4

D

E

A

C5

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Notes

D
R
E
2
A
5

Formula: R – 2 – 5

Dsus2 inversions

The same notes, with a different note in the bass.

Root position Dsus2

C4

D

E

A

C5

1st inversion Dsus2/E

C4

E

A

C5

D

2nd inversion Dsus2/A

C4

A

C5

D

E

More D chords

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FAQ

What notes are in the Dsus2 chord?

The D suspended 2nd chord (Dsus2) has 3 notes: D, E and A.

How do you play Dsus2 on the piano?

Put your right hand on D, E and A, 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 suspended 2nd chord?

R – 2 – 5 (in semitones from the root: 0, 2, 7).