F
Triads · F root
F
The brightest, most stable triad. The foundation of Western tonal music.
0 st4 st7 st
Notes in F
FRoot
A3rd
C5th
F has a warm, slightly rounded quality. Common in classical, jazz, and as the IV chord in C major.
Identify the Chord Quality on F
Each chord below is played on F. Listen and identify whether you heard F, Fm, F7, or another quality — the hardest and most useful ear training skill.
Major in All 12 Keys
Other Chords in F
Related Triads
About the F Chord
The F chord is a major chord built on F. It contains the notes F, A, C — the root, third, and fifth.
The brightest, most stable triad. The foundation of Western tonal music. Practising the F chord across different voicings and contexts builds the harmonic recognition that lets you identify it instantly in any musical setting — whether in a band mix, a recording, or a live performance.