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About the G#sus4 chord

To play G# suspended 4th, use the first shape above. Place your index finger on the 1st fret of the G string, your middle finger on the 3rd fret of the C string, your ring finger on the 4th fret of the E string, and your pinky finger on the 4th fret of the A string. Strum all four strings and check that each one rings cleanly.

Root

G#

Quality

Suspended 4th

Notes

G# · C# · D#

How the G#sus4 chord works

G#

Root(1)

The home note. It gives the chord its name.

C#

Perfect fourth(4)

A suspended fourth that replaces the third.

D#

Perfect fifth(5)

Adds strength and stability.

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Frequently asked questions

How do you play G#sus4 on ukulele?

Use the first shape shown above. Place your index finger on the 1st fret of the G string, your middle finger on the 3rd fret of the C string, your ring finger on the 4th fret of the E string, and your pinky finger on the 4th fret of the A string. Strum all four strings and check that each one rings cleanly.

What notes are in G#sus4?

G# suspended 4th contains three notes: G#, C#, and D# — the root, perfect fourth, and perfect fifth.

What makes G#sus4 a suspended 4th chord?

The C# forms a perfect fourth above G# and replaces the third, defining a suspended 4th chord.

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