Dsus2

The Dsus2 chord is a suspended 2nd chord rooted on the note D. Suspended 2nd chords sound open, airy, and modern. Tap the diagram above to hear how it sounds with realistic ukulele tone.

Beginner Friendly

Dsus2 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 Dsus2

Once you're comfortable with Dsus2, try exploring other chords built on the same root note. D, Dm, D7, Dmaj7 all share the note D 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.