G Diminished Piano Chord Chart
Notes: G - Bb - Db
Formula: 1 - ♭3 - ♭5
Intervals: Root, Minor 3rd, Diminished 5th
Gdim
Quick answer
The Gdim piano chord uses the keys G, Bb, Db. Play all 3 notes together for the full G Diminished sound.
- Piano keys
- G, Bb, Db
- Formula
- 1 - ♭3 - ♭5
- Chord tone count
- 3 notes
Keys to Play
White keys: G
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.
G Diminished Piano Chord FAQ
What notes are in the G Diminished piano chord?
The G Diminished piano chord uses the notes G, Bb, Db.
Which piano keys do you press for Gdim?
Press G, Bb, Db and play all 3 notes together.
What is the formula for G Diminished?
The G Diminished formula is 1 - ♭3 - ♭5: Root, Minor 3rd, Diminished 5th.