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F minor chord
The Fm chord (minor) is made of the notes F, A♭, C. Its formula compared with the major scale is 1 ♭3 5.
Fm
Triads · 3 notes
Note names
How it is built
| Degree | Note | Interval from the root |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | F | Unison |
| ♭3 | A♭ | Minor third |
| 5 | C | Perfect fifth |
Inversions
- FmF A♭ CRoot position
- Fm/A♭A♭ C FFirst inversion
- Fm/CC F A♭Second inversion
Which keys it belongs to
Fm 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 Fm chord?
- The notes are F, A♭, C.
- What is the formula of the Fm chord?
- The formula is 1 ♭3 5: minor third, perfect fifth.
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