G guitar chords

Every common G chord for guitar in one place. Tap a chord for more shapes, finger positions, the notes it contains and the chords that go with it.

Chords by root note

C C♯ D E♭ E F F♯ G A♭ A B♭ B

G chord questions

How many G chords are there?

This page shows 25 common G chords, from the basic G major and G minor to sevenths, suspended chords and jazz extensions. Each one has its own page with several ways to play it.

What is the difference between G and Gm?

G on its own means G major, built from G, B, D. Gm is G minor, where the middle note drops a semitone to give G, B♭, D. The minor sounds darker.

Which shape should I learn first?

Start with G major and G minor, then G7. Those three cover most songs. The other chords are colours you can add later.