Csus4

The Csus4 chord is a suspended 4th chord rooted on the note C. Suspended 4th chords sound yearning and unresolved. Tap the diagram above to hear how it sounds with realistic ukulele tone.

Beginner Friendly

Csus4 is a great chord for beginners — the primary voicing uses only 2 fingers. Place your finger on the fretboard as shown in the diagram above, making sure each string rings clearly without buzzing.

Expanding from Csus4

Once you're comfortable with Csus4, try exploring other chords built on the same root note. C6, C7, C9, C all share the note C as their foundation but add different harmonic colors. Switching between related chords is a great way to train your ear and expand your musical vocabulary. Practice chord changes at a steady tempo with the metronome, and explore ukulele scales to understand the theory behind these chords.