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G augmented chord

The Gaug chord (augmented) is made of the notes G, B, D♯. Its formula compared with the major scale is 1 3 ♯5.

Gaug

Triads · 3 notes

Note names

How it is built

DegreeNoteInterval from the root
1GUnison
3BMajor third
♯5D♯Augmented fifth

Inversions

  • GaugG B D♯Root position
  • Gaug/BB D♯ GFirst inversion
  • Gaug/D♯D♯ G BSecond inversion

Frequently asked questions

Which notes make up the Gaug chord?
The notes are G, B, D♯.
What is the formula of the Gaug chord?
The formula is 1 3 ♯5: major third, augmented fifth.

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