Triads · G root
Gsus4
A suspended chord with the perfect 4th replacing the third. Creates tension.
Notes in Gsus4
G is one of the most used keys in Western music — the V chord in C, and home key for much of folk and country.
Identify the Chord Quality on G
Each chord below is played on G. Listen and identify whether you heard Gsus4, Gm, G7, or another quality — the hardest and most useful ear training skill.
Sus4 in All 12 Keys
Other Chords in G
Related Triads
About the Gsus4 Chord
The Gsus4 chord is a sus4 chord built on G. It contains the notes G, C, D — the root, third, and fifth.
A suspended chord with the perfect 4th replacing the third. Creates tension. Practising the Gsus4 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.