Chord symbols represent chords. The chord symbols of triads are shown on this page.
A letter by itself represents a major chord:
For minor chords we add m (lower case), min or - :
For diminished triads, we add dim, o or m(b5) :
For augmented triads we add aug, + or #5 :
To indicate an inversion, we add a slash and specify the note to be played in the bass:
See also: Seventh Chord, Ninth Chords, Other Extensions