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C minor chord
The Cm chord (minor) is made of the notes C, E♭, G. Its formula compared with the major scale is 1 ♭3 5.
Cm
Triads · 3 notes
Note names
How it is built
| Degree | Note | Interval from the root |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | C | Unison |
| ♭3 | E♭ | Minor third |
| 5 | G | Perfect fifth |
Inversions
- CmC E♭ GRoot position
- Cm/E♭E♭ G CFirst inversion
- Cm/GG C E♭Second inversion
Which keys it belongs to
Cm 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 Cm chord?
- The notes are C, E♭, G.
- What is the formula of the Cm chord?
- The formula is 1 ♭3 5: minor third, perfect fifth.
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