How to play D Minor 7th on ukulele
These shapes are for standard GCEA tuning. The first is the easiest, and the others sit in different positions on the neck. Playing in another tuning? Pick it above the diagrams and the shapes are redrawn for it.
Shape 1: 2213
- Press the 4th string (G) at fret 2.
- Press the 3rd string (C) at fret 2.
- Press the 2nd string (E) at fret 1.
- Press the 1st string (A) at fret 3.
Shape 2: 5555 (from fret 5)
- Press the 4th string (G) at fret 5.
- Press the 3rd string (C) at fret 5.
- Press the 2nd string (E) at fret 5.
- Press the 1st string (A) at fret 5.
The numbers in the shape name list the fret for each string from the string nearest your face to the highest, with x meaning that string is not played and 0 meaning it rings open.
Notes in D Minor 7th
| Note | Role |
|---|---|
| D | 1 (root) |
| F | ♭3 |
| A | 5 |
| C | ♭7 |
The formula for D Minor 7th (minor seventh) is 1 ♭3 5 ♭7: take the root, then the scale degrees listed.
When to use Dm7
Minor 7th chords are mellow and soulful. They are everywhere in jazz, R&B and neo-soul, and make a softer alternative to a plain minor chord.
Other D chords
D, Dm, D7, Dmaj7, Dsus2, Dsus4, D°, D+, Dadd9, D6, Dø7
Other minor 7th chords on ukulele
Cm7, C♯m7, E♭m7, Em7, Fm7, F♯m7, Gm7, G♯m7, Am7, B♭m7, Bm7
Frequently asked questions
How do you play D Minor 7th on ukulele?
The easiest Dm7 shape on ukulele is 2213 (Press the 4th string (G) at fret 2. Press the 3rd string (C) at fret 2. Press the 2nd string (E) at fret 1. Press the 1st string (A) at fret 3.)
What notes are in D Minor 7th?
D Minor 7th (Dm7) contains the notes D F A C. The formula is 1 ♭3 5 ♭7.
How many ukulele shapes are there for Dm7?
There are many. This page shows 2 common ones at different positions, easiest first. Moving a barre shape up the neck gives the same chord type on other roots.
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