root position: Gsus2
G – A – D · RH 1-3-5, LH 5-3-1
Gsus2 Piano Chord
The G sus2 chord (Gsus2) is made of the notes G, A and D. Its formula is 1 – 2 – 5.
Notes in Gsus2
| Note | Formula | Interval from root |
|---|---|---|
| G | 1 | root |
| A | 2 | major 2nd |
| D | 5 | perfect 5th |
How to play Gsus2 on piano
- Right hand: fingers 1-3-5
- Left hand: fingers 5-3-1
Fingers are numbered from the thumb (1) to the little finger (5).
Gsus2 inversions
1st inversion: Gsus2/A
A – D – G · RH 1-2-5, LH 5-3-1
2nd inversion: Gsus2/D
D – G – A · RH 1-3-5, LH 5-2-1
Other names for Gsus2
Gsus2 is also written as .
Keys that contain Gsus2
Gsus2 is not one of the basic chords of any major or minor key. It is usually used as a passing or colour chord.