D sus2 Chord
D sus2 has 3 notes: D · E · A
D sus2
Symbol: Dsus2
Notes: D, E, A
Type: Suspended 2nd
Variations: 4 positions shown
Related chords
See if you like these chords in D, or suspended 2nd chords in other keys:
Notes and intervals in D sus2 chord
Good idea to know the intervals:
| Note | Interval | Function |
|---|---|---|
| D | 1P | Root |
| E | 2M | Major 2nd |
| A | 5P | Perfect 5th |
The root (D) is the core. Other notes stack on top to create the suspended 2nd tonality.
How to play D sus2
Play each string individually first, each note should ring clearly. Then try strumming.
For barre chords, use your index finger to press down all strings at one fret (works as a movable capo), while your other fingers form the shape. This can be hard, but you'll get there!
Questions about the Dsus2 chord
What notes are in D sus2 chord?
D sus2 chord contains the notes D, E, A. You play them together to get suspended 2nd sound. You can also play the same note over different strings to get fuller sounds.
How do you play D sus2 on guitar?
Find Dsus2 on the fretboard by locating the root note (D) and applying the suspended 2nd shape. The suspended 2nd chord formula is: Root, Major 2nd, Perfect 5th.
What does D sus2 chord sound like?
D sus2 has a open, airy, unresolved quality. It's commonly used in folk, ambient, post-rock music.