F Suspended 2nd Guitar Chord Chart

Notes: F - G - C

Formula: 1 - 2 - 5

Intervals: Root, Major 2nd, Perfect 5th

Quick answer

The Fsus2 guitar chord is played as x-x-3-0-1-1 from low E to high E and uses the notes F, G, C.

Fret pattern
x-x-3-0-1-1
Chord notes
F, G, C
Formula
1 - 2 - 5

Fsus2

××
Standard

Fsus2

8×
A Shape (Fret 8)

How to Play Fsus2

  1. 1Mute the low E and A strings
  2. 2Place your index finger on fret 1 of the B and high E strings
  3. 3Place your ring finger on fret 3 of the D string
  4. 4Play the G string open

About Suspended 2nd Chords

The 3rd is replaced by the 2nd, creating an open, ambiguous sound that is neither major nor minor. Suspended 2nd chords are popular in modern rock, pop, and ambient music.

F Suspended 2nd Guitar Chord FAQ

What notes are in the F Suspended 2nd guitar chord?

The F Suspended 2nd guitar chord uses the notes F, G, C.

How do you play Fsus2 on guitar?

Play the Fsus2 guitar chord with the x-x-3-0-1-1 fret pattern from low E to high E. Mute the low E and A strings Place your index finger on fret 1 of the B and high E strings Place your ring finger on fret 3 of the D string Play the G string open

What is the formula for F Suspended 2nd?

The F Suspended 2nd formula is 1 - 2 - 5: Root, Major 2nd, Perfect 5th.

F Suspended 2nd on Other Instruments

Other Suspended 2nd Chords