Dsus2 Chord (D suspended 2nd) on Guitar
Dsus2 (D suspended 2nd) is made of the notes D – E – A. The easiest guitar fingering is xx0230 (low E to high e; x = muted, 0 = open). It needs only 2 fingers, which makes it a good chord for beginners.
Easiest shape
Alternative shape
How to play Dsus2
- Play the 4th string (D) open (D).
- Press the 3rd string (G) at fret 2 (A).
- Press the 2nd string (B) at fret 3 (D).
- Play the 1st string (high e) open (E).
- Do not play the 6th string (low E).
- Do not play the 5th string (A).
| String | Fret | Note | Role |
|---|---|---|---|
| 6th string (low E) | x (mute) | - | |
| 5th string (A) | x (mute) | - | |
| 4th string (D) | 0 (open) | D | R |
| 3rd string (G) | 2 | A | 5 |
| 2nd string (B) | 3 | D | R |
| 1st string (high e) | 0 (open) | E | 2 |
What is a D suspended 2nd chord?
A suspended 2nd chord replaces the third with the second note of the scale, so it is neither major nor minor.
Notes and formula. Dsus2 contains D, E, A. Counted from the root D, that is R (root), 2 (major 2nd), 5 (perfect 5th).
Sound. Open, airy and unresolved. Without a third, the chord floats and leaves the mood undecided.
Where it is used. Used in indie, pop, rock and worship music to add colour, or to move to and from a major or minor chord for a "resolve" effect.
Tips for playing Dsus2
Alternate between the sus2 and the plain major or minor chord to hear the tension release. This is the classic "suspension".
Common mistake: Thinking sus2 is a minor chord. There is no third, so it is neutral, not sad.
Scales to play over Dsus2
Related chords
Dsus2 chord FAQ
What notes are in a Dsus2 chord?
Dsus2 (D suspended 2nd) contains the notes D, E, A. The formula is R–2–5 relative to the root D.
How do you play Dsus2 on guitar?
The most common shape for Dsus2 is xx0230, read from the low E string to the high e string (x = muted, 0 = open, numbers = frets). It needs only 2 fingers, which makes it a good chord for beginners.
Is Dsus2 an easy guitar chord?
It is rated beginner. It needs only 2 fingers, which makes it a good chord for beginners.
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