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B diminished chord
The Bdim chord (diminished) is made of the notes B, D, F. Its formula compared with the major scale is 1 ♭3 ♭5.
Bdim
Triads · 3 notes
Note names
How it is built
| Degree | Note | Interval from the root |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | B | Unison |
| ♭3 | D | Minor third |
| ♭5 | F | Diminished fifth |
Inversions
- BdimB D FRoot position
- Bdim/DD F BFirst inversion
- Bdim/FF B DSecond inversion
Which keys it belongs to
Bdim is a diatonic chord, that is, it comes from a degree of the scale, in these keys:
Frequently asked questions
- Which notes make up the Bdim chord?
- The notes are B, D, F.
- What is the formula of the Bdim chord?
- The formula is 1 ♭3 ♭5: minor third, diminished fifth.
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