C Ukulele Chord Chart
Notes: C - E - G
Formula: 1 - 3 - 5
Intervals: Root, Major 3rd, Perfect 5th
C
Quick answer
The C ukulele chord is played as 0-0-0-3 from G to A and uses the notes C, E, G.
- Fret pattern
- 0-0-0-3
- Chord notes
- C, E, G
- Formula
- 1 - 3 - 5
How to Play C on Ukulele
Standard tuning: G-C-E-A
- 1Place your ring finger on fret 3 of the A string
- 2Play the G, C, E strings open
About Major Chords
Built from the 1st, 3rd, and 5th notes of the major scale. Major chords sound bright, happy, and stable.
Chords in the Key of C Major
Common ukulele chords in the key of C major are C, Dm, Em, F, G, Am, Bdim. Use these to build progressions around the C chord.
C Major Ukulele Chord FAQ
What notes are in the C Major ukulele chord?
The C Major ukulele chord uses the notes C, E, G.
How do you play C on ukulele?
Play the C ukulele chord with the 0-0-0-3 fret pattern from G to A in standard G-C-E-A tuning. Place your ring finger on fret 3 of the A string Play the G, C, E strings open
What is the formula for C Major?
The C Major formula is 1 - 3 - 5: Root, Major 3rd, Perfect 5th.
What chords are in the key of C major on ukulele?
Common ukulele chords in the key of C major are C, Dm, Em, F, G, Am, Bdim.