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Looking for D# (D♯)? →
D is a major chord made of D · F♯ · A. A major triad — bright and stable, the most basic chord. The standard shape is an open chord: xx0232 (6th string → 1st string, x = don't play, 0 = open string).
Chord charts
- Index finger on string 3 (G), fret 2.
- Middle finger on string 1 (e), fret 2.
- Ring finger on string 2 (B), fret 3.
- Let string 4 ring open.
- Don't play strings 6, 5 (or mute lightly).
- Strum down from string 4.
Notes in the chord
rootF♯
3rdA
5th
Play it easier with a capo
- Capo on fret 2 + C shape → sounds as D
- Capo on fret 4 + B♭ shape → sounds as D
- Capo on fret 5 + A shape → sounds as D
- Capo on fret 7 + G shape → sounds as D
If barre chords are hard, clamp a capo and play an open shape — it sounds exactly the same. The Buskermate app can move a whole chord sheet to any capo position for you.
Keys that use this chord
the I chord in D major · the V chord in G major · the IV chord in A major
Scales that fit
Other D chords
Major chords in other keys
FAQ
What notes are in the D chord?
The D chord is made of D, F♯, A. A major triad — bright and stable, the most basic chord.
What's the easiest way to play D on guitar?
The standard shape, from the 6th string to the 1st, is xx0232 (an open chord). If the barre is hard, put a capo on fret 2 and play a C shape — it sounds the same.
Which scale works for soloing over D?
D major or D major pentatonic fits well.
🎸 Transpose a whole chord sheet — Buskermate
Upload a PDF song sheet and Buskermate reads the chords and moves them to any key or capo position (the app is in Korean for now).