B sus4 chord for guitar (Bsus4)
Diagram, fingering, and theory for the B sus4 chord (Bsus4) on guitar: B · E · F#.
Root
Chord
DiagramBsus4
Stacked thirds
1
4
5
Theory
Formula1-4-5
DifferenceThe 3rd gives way to the 4th.
SoundSuspended, waiting to resolve.
FunctionA suspension resolving to major.
UseCadences, gospel, rock.
Next steps
Diagram for guitar in standard tuning.
B sus4
The B sus4 chord (Bsus4) is made up of: B · E · F#.
Cadences, gospel, rock.