A diminished piano chord
The A diminished chord, written Adim, on a keyboard. Its notes are A – C – E♭ — free to print or download below.
Notes in the A diminished chord
The A diminished chord is built from the root, a minor third and a diminished fifth, giving the notesA – C – E♭. On the keyboard diagram those keys are shaded so you can see the shape at a glance.
How to play the A diminished chord
- Find the notes. The A diminished chord uses the notes A – C – E♭. Locate each one on your keyboard using the diagram above.
- Place your fingers. In root position, play A – C – E♭ together — thumb on the lowest note and the remaining fingers on the notes above.
- Play it as a block or broken. Play all the notes at once for a solid chord, or one after another for an arpeggio.
A diminished chord — frequently asked questions
What notes are in the A diminished chord?
The A diminished chord (Adim) is made up of the notes A – C – E♭ — the root, a minor third and a diminished fifth.
What is the chord symbol for A diminished?
It is written as Adim. On a lead sheet or chord chart you would see "Adim" above the stave.
Is the A diminished chord diagram free to print?
Yes — print it or download the PDF or PNG for free, with no account or sign-up.