E 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
0–2–2–0–0–0
Notation for Em chord
Other names: E minor, E min, E-
Music theory name: minor triad
Common name: E minor chord
Intervals and tones in Em chord
| Note | Interval |
|---|---|
| E | Root |
| G | Minor 3rd |
| H | Perfect 5th |
All Variations
Open
0–2–2–0–0–0
Fret 2
0–2–2–4–5–3
Fret 7
X–7–9–9–8–7
Fret 9
12–10–9–9–X–X