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G♯ diminished chord
The G♯dim chord (diminished) is made of the notes G♯, B, D. Its formula compared with the major scale is 1 ♭3 ♭5.
G♯dim
Triads · 3 notes
Note names
How it is built
| Degree | Note | Interval from the root |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | G♯ | Unison |
| ♭3 | B | Minor third |
| ♭5 | D | Diminished fifth |
Inversions
- G♯dimG♯ B DRoot position
- G♯dim/BB D G♯First inversion
- G♯dim/DD G♯ BSecond inversion
Which keys it belongs to
G♯dim 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 G♯dim chord?
- The notes are G♯, B, D.
- What is the formula of the G♯dim chord?
- The formula is 1 ♭3 ♭5: minor third, diminished fifth.
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