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C sus4 chord for guitar (Csus4)

Diagram, fingering, and theory for the C sus4 chord (Csus4) on guitar: C · F · G.

Root
Chord
DiagramCsus4
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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
△TriadsSee the triads and inversions on the fretboard⚿ProgressionsUse it in a chord progression

Diagram for guitar in standard tuning.

C sus4

The C sus4 chord (Csus4) is made up of: C · F · G.

Cadences, gospel, rock.