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D minor chord
The Dm chord (minor) is made of the notes D, F, A. Its formula compared with the major scale is 1 ♭3 5.
Dm
Triads · 3 notes
Note names
How it is built
| Degree | Note | Interval from the root |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | D | Unison |
| ♭3 | F | Minor third |
| 5 | A | Perfect fifth |
Inversions
- DmD F ARoot position
- Dm/FF A DFirst inversion
- Dm/AA D FSecond inversion
Which keys it belongs to
Dm 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 Dm chord?
- The notes are D, F, A.
- What is the formula of the Dm chord?
- The formula is 1 ♭3 5: minor third, perfect fifth.
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