Bb Diminished Piano Chord Chart

Notes: Bb - Db - E

Formula: 1 - ♭3 - ♭5

Intervals: Root, Minor 3rd, Diminished 5th

Bbdim

EC#BbBb - Db - E

Quick answer

The Bbdim piano chord uses the keys Bb, Db, E. Play all 3 notes together for the full Bb Diminished sound.

Piano keys
Bb, Db, E
Formula
1 - ♭3 - ♭5
Chord tone count
3 notes

Keys to Play

White keys: E

Black keys: Bb, Db

Play all 3 notes simultaneously with your right hand.

About Diminished Chords

Built from two stacked minor 3rds. Diminished chords sound tense and unstable, often used as passing chords.

Bb Diminished Piano Chord FAQ

What notes are in the Bb Diminished piano chord?

The Bb Diminished piano chord uses the notes Bb, Db, E.

Which piano keys do you press for Bbdim?

Press Bb, Db, E and play all 3 notes together.

What is the formula for Bb Diminished?

The Bb Diminished formula is 1 - ♭3 - ♭5: Root, Minor 3rd, Diminished 5th.

Bb Diminished on Other Instruments

Other Diminished Chords