FretChords

Dm

D Minor

Also known as:Dm
Notes
DFA
Intervals

Root - Minor 3rd - Perfect 5th

Formula

1 - b3 - 5

Family

Minor Chords

Chord Voicings

29 different ways to play Dm

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231
EADGBe
Position 1

Open position

Difficulty

easy

Fret Span

3 frets

Fingering
---231

E A D G B e

Notes Played
DFA

Common Progressions

Popular chord progressions featuring Dm

Minor 2-5-1 (ii-V-i)

Em7b5 - A7 - Dm7
Jazz Minor

Andalusian Cadence

Dm - A# - C - A
Flamenco / Rock

Emotional Ballad (i-VI-III-VII)

Dm - A# - F - C
Pop / Rock

Chord Tips

Practical tips to make Dm sound clean and effortless.

  • Let the 1 open string ring for a fuller sound.
  • Keep your thumb relaxed behind the neck for smoother transitions.
  • Mute 2 strings with a light touch to keep the chord clean.
  • Aim for the bass note D on the lowest string you play.

Practice Guide

Build clean tone and smooth transitions with these quick exercises.

Daily Checklist

  • Fret close to the metal and apply steady pressure to avoid buzzing.
  • Practice switching between Dm and Em7b5 at a slow tempo.
  • Strum lightly, then increase volume once every note rings clean.
  • Use a metronome to keep timing consistent as you speed up.

Try This Progression

Use this progression to practice Dm in context:

Em7b5 - A7 - Dm7

Start at a slow tempo, then increase the BPM once transitions feel smooth.