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CHORD

F Suspended 2nd

F · G · C

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About the Fsus2 chord

To play F suspended 2nd, use the first shape above. Place your index finger on the 1st fret of the E string and your ring finger on the 3rd fret of the A string. Leave the G and C strings open. Strum all four strings and check that each one rings cleanly.

Root

F

Quality

Suspended 2nd

Notes

F · G · C

How the Fsus2 chord works

F

Root(1)

The home note. It gives the chord its name.

G

Major second(2)

An open-sounding second that replaces the third.

C

Perfect fifth(5)

Adds strength and stability.

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Frequently asked questions

How do you play Fsus2 on ukulele?

Use the first shape shown above. Place your index finger on the 1st fret of the E string and your ring finger on the 3rd fret of the A string. Leave the G and C strings open. Strum all four strings and check that each one rings cleanly.

What notes are in Fsus2?

F suspended 2nd contains three notes: F, G, and C — the root, major second, and perfect fifth.

What makes Fsus2 a suspended 2nd chord?

The G forms a major second above F and replaces the third, defining a suspended 2nd chord.

What songs use Fsus2?

Songs that use Fsus2 include The Scientist.

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