C Ukulele Chords
Every common chord built on C, from C and Cm to sevenths, suspended and diminished chords. Open a chart to see its fingering, notes and other shapes.
Chords in the key of C major
These seven chords are built from the C major scale, so they sound good together. Most songs in C major use them.
- IC
- iiDm
- iiiEm
- IVF
- VG
- viAm
- vii°Bdim
Frequently asked questions
What are the basic C chords on ukulele?
Start with C (major), Cm (minor) and C7 (dominant seventh). Together they cover most songs that use C chords.
Which chords are in the key of C major?
The key of C major uses C Dm Em F G Am Bdim. The major chords on scale degrees I, IV and V are the ones you will use most.
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