Gdim chord
G diminished
C4
G
Bb
C5
Db
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Notes
- GR
- Bbb3
- Dbb5
Formula: R – b3 – b5
Gdim inversions
The same notes, with a different note in the bass.
Root position Gdim
C4
G
Bb
C5
Db
1st inversion Gdim/Bb
C4
Bb
C5
Db
G
2nd inversion Gdim/Db
C5
Db
G
Bb
C6
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FAQ
What notes are in the Gdim chord?
The G diminished chord (Gdim) has 3 notes: G, Bb and Db.
How do you play Gdim on the piano?
Put your right hand on G, Bb and Db, starting from G. 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).