C♯dim piano chord
C♯ diminished · C#dim
- Symbol
- C♯dim
- Notes
- C♯ – E – G
- Formula
- 1 – ♭3 – ♭5
On a computer you can also use the keys A W S E D F T G Y H U J K.
The keyboard below is loaded with C♯dim. Play it, change a note and see what the chord becomes.
How to play C♯dim
Press C♯ – E – G together. With the right hand, a common fingering is 1–3–5: thumb on C♯, middle finger, little finger on top.
Inversions
An inversion puts a different chord tone in the bass. The chord keeps its name; only the lowest note changes.
Practice C♯dim until it sticks
ChordWise recognizes C♯dim the moment you play it and drills you on it with the coach, in every inversion.
