G sus4 chord for guitar (Gsus4)
Diagram, fingering, and theory for the G sus4 chord (Gsus4) on guitar: G · C · D.
Root
Chord
DiagramGsus4
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.
G sus4
The G sus4 chord (Gsus4) is made up of: G · C · D.
Cadences, gospel, rock.