Gdim chord on piano
G Diminished. Notes: G, Bb and Db.
How to play Gdim
- Find G just below middle C. That is the root.
- Add Bb and Db above it, skipping the keys in between.
- Right hand fingering: 1-3-5 (thumb, middle, pinky). Left hand: 5-3-1 (pinky, middle, thumb).
Notes
Gdim inversions
An inversion moves the lowest note up an octave. Same notes, smoother jumps between chords.
Root position
G · Bb · Db1st inversion
Bb · Db · G2nd inversion
Db · G · BbNotes and theory
The diminished triad stacks two minor thirds. It sounds tense and unstable and is mostly used as a passing chord. The formula is 1 b3 b5, and you will also see it written as G° and Go.
Keys that use Gdim
More G chords
All G piano chordsdiminished chords in every key
Questions
What notes are in the Gdim chord?
Gdim (G diminished) is made of three notes: G (root), Bb (minor third) and Db (diminished fifth).
How do you play Gdim on piano?
Play G, Bb and Db together. With the right hand use fingers 1-3-5 (thumb, middle, pinky); with the left hand use 5-3-1 (pinky, middle, thumb).
What are the inversions of Gdim?
Root position: G Bb Db. 1st inversion: Bb Db G. 2nd inversion: Db G Bb.
What key is Gdim in?
Gdim belongs to 2 keys: A flat major (as the vii° chord) and F minor (as the ii° chord).
What does a diminished chord sound like?
The diminished triad stacks two minor thirds. It sounds tense and unstable and is mostly used as a passing chord.