A Minor Ukulele 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
2–0–0–0
Other names for the Am chord
Other names: A minor, Amin, A-
Music theory name: minor triad
Common name: A minor chord
Notes and intervals in the Am chord
| Note | Interval |
|---|---|
| A | Root |
| C | Minor 3rd |
| E | Perfect 5th |
All variations
Open
2–0–0–0
Open
2–0–0–3
Fret 2
2–4–5–3
Fret 3
5–4–5–3