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D major chord

The D chord (major) is made of the notes D, F♯, A. Its formula compared with the major scale is 1 3 5.

D

Triads · 3 notes

Note names

How it is built

DegreeNoteInterval from the root
1DUnison
3F♯Major third
5APerfect fifth

Inversions

  • DD F♯ ARoot position
  • D/F♯F♯ A DFirst inversion
  • D/AA D F♯Second inversion

Which keys it belongs to

D 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 D chord?
The notes are D, F♯, A.
What is the formula of the D chord?
The formula is 1 3 5: major third, perfect fifth.

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