D Minor Guitar Chord
A chord with a sad, melancholic character. Differs from major by its lowered third. Used across all genres for emotional expression — from ballads through rock to jazz.
Strings
X–X–0–2–3–1
Notation for Dm chord
Other names: D minor, D min, D-
Music theory name: minor triad
Common name: D minor chord
Intervals and tones in Dm chord
| Note | Interval |
|---|---|
| D | Root |
| F | Minor 3rd |
| A | Perfect 5th |
All Variations
Open
X–X–0–2–3–1
Fret 5
5–5–7–7–6–5
Fret 6
X–8–7–7–6–X
Fret 10
10–12–12–10–10–10