D major guitar chord
D major (D) in standard tuning (EADGBE). Play the shape xx0232 from the low E string to the high E string. The chord tones are D, F#, A, and the lowest sounding note is D.
Fingering chart
| String | Fret | Note |
|---|---|---|
| 6th (low E) | Muted | Not played |
| 5th (A) | Muted | Not played |
| 4th (D) | Open | D |
| 3rd (G) | 2 | A |
| 2nd (B) | 3 | D |
| 1st (high E) | 2 | F# |
Notes and intervals
Formula 1 3 5. This shape sounds each chord tone.
| Note | Degree | Interval from D | In this shape |
|---|---|---|---|
| D | 1 | Root (0 semitones) | Yes |
| F# | 3 | Major 3rd (4 semitones) | Yes |
| A | 5 | Perfect 5th (7 semitones) | Yes |
Related chords
Relative minor
- Bm: Relative minor of D major