Guitar Dm chord diagram
Dm is one of the essential Guitar chords. On Chordier, this chord appears in 1,036 different songs. On this page, you can find how to play Dm, alternative positions, and core chord transitions.
To play Dm, follow these steps: Place index finger on E string fret 1. Place middle finger on G string fret 2. Place ring finger on B string fret 3.
Tips
- Place E string with your index finger and G string with your middle finger with a vertical finger angle so nearby strings ring clearly without buzz.
- On E string, press fret 1 with your index finger close to the fret wire (not on top) for a cleaner tone.
- Mute unused strings to avoid unwanted ringing.
- To play Dm cleanly, every involved string should ring clearly. Make sure both fretted strings (G string, B string, and E string) and open strings sound clean. After shaping the chord, pluck each string one by one and confirm there is no muted or buzzing note.
Chord Theory
- Notes
- D - F - A
- Intervals
- 1 - b3 - 5
- Chord Type
- Minor — soft and melancholic character
- Difficulty
- Intermediate
- Voicings
- 7
Alternative Positions
Different ways to play Dm on the fretboard, from beginner-friendly to advanced voicings.
Guitar Dm chord diagram1-x-3-2-3-1
Guitar Dm chord diagram5-5-3-x-3-5
Guitar Dm chord diagramx-x-3-2-3-1
Guitar Dm chord diagramx-5-3-2-3-5
Easy Transition Chords
These chords have similar finger positions to Dm, making them ideal for practice transitions.
1. Dm → Dm/A chord transition
To move from Dm to Dm/A, follow these steps:
- Keep index finger on E string fret 1.
- Keep middle finger on G string fret 2.
- Keep ring finger on B string fret 3.
2. Dm → Dm/E chord transition
To move from Dm to Dm/E, follow these steps:
- Keep index finger on E string fret 1.
- Keep middle finger on G string fret 2.
- Keep ring finger on B string fret 3.
3. Dm → A#m/D | B♭m/D chord transition
To move from Dm to A#m/D | B♭m/D, follow these steps:
- Keep index finger on E string fret 1.
- Lift your middle finger from G string fret 2 and place it on B string fret 2.
- Slide your ring finger from B string fret 3 to G string fret 3.
4. Dm → Dsus2 chord transition
To move from Dm to Dsus2, follow these steps:
- While playing Dm, lift your index finger from E string fret 1.
- Keep middle finger on G string fret 2.
- Keep ring finger on B string fret 3.
5. Dm → Am/D chord transition
To move from Dm to Am/D, follow these steps:
- While playing Dm, lift your ring finger from B string fret 3.
- Lift your index finger from E string fret 1 and place it on B string fret 1.
- Keep middle finger on G string fret 2.
6. Dm → Am/F chord transition
To move from Dm to Am/F, follow these steps:
- Lift your index finger from E string fret 1 and place it on B string fret 1.
- Keep middle finger on G string fret 2.
- Slide your ring finger from B string fret 3 to D string fret 3.
Most Common Transitions
The most frequent chord transitions from Dm across songs on this site.
1. Dm → C chord transition
To move from Dm to C, follow these steps:
- Lift your index finger from E string fret 1 and place it on B string fret 1.
- Slide your middle finger from G string fret 2 to D string fret 2.
- Lift your ring finger from B string fret 3 and place it on A string fret 3.
On Chordier, songs containing Dm use the transition to C at 17.5%. You can practice this transition in 308 different songs.
2. Dm → G chord transition
To move from Dm to G, follow these steps:
- Lift your index finger from E string fret 1 and place it on A string fret 2.
- Slide your middle finger from G string fret 2 to E string fret 3.
- Lift your ring finger from B string fret 3 and place it on E string fret 3.
On Chordier, songs containing Dm use the transition to G at 16%. You can practice this transition in 317 different songs.
3. Dm → Am chord transition
To move from Dm to Am, follow these steps:
- Lift your index finger from E string fret 1 and place it on B string fret 1.
- Slide your middle finger from G string fret 2 to D string fret 2.
- Lift your ring finger from B string fret 3 and place it on G string fret 2.
On Chordier, songs containing Dm use the transition to Am at 14.5%. You can practice this transition in 238 different songs.
4. Dm → F chord transition
To move from Dm to F, follow these steps:
- Lift your index finger from E string fret 1 and place it on E string fret 1.
- Keep middle finger on G string fret 2.
- Slide your ring finger from B string fret 3 to A string fret 3.
- Place pinky on D string fret 3.
On Chordier, songs containing Dm use the transition to F at 14.2%. You can practice this transition in 293 different songs.
5. Dm → Bb chord transition
To move from Dm to Bb, follow these steps:
On Chordier, songs containing Dm use the transition to Bb at 9.1%. You can practice this transition in 125 different songs.
Compatible Scales
These scales include Dm and highlight the companion chords that fit the same key.
Songs Using Dm Chord
Popular songs that feature the Dm chord, perfect for practice.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Dm easy to play on Guitar?
Guitar Dm is generally intermediate. It spans 3 frets. Consistent practice helps the shape feel natural.
What is the easiest way to play Dm?
There is a simpler alternative for Dm on Guitar. The alternative voicing uses fingering x-5-3-2-3-5. This voicing reduces hand movement and makes clean transitions easier.
What chords transition well from Dm on Guitar?
Guitar Dm commonly moves to C and G. Based on our catalog data, Dm to C is recorded 2,017 times, appears in 308 songs, and represents 17.5% of outgoing Dm transitions. Dm to G is recorded 1,839 times, appears in 317 songs, and represents 16%.
What songs use the Dm chord?
Ariana Grande - No Tears Left To Cry Chords is one of 8 songs that use the Dm chord.