F Minor Guitar Chord
All positions and voicings on the fretboard
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F Minor — chord details
The F Minor chord is made up of the following notes: F, Ab, C.
Intervals: 1P, 3m, 5P.
The diagrams above show every voicing and chord variation for F Minor on guitar. Use the fret filter to narrow down voicings within a specific fret range — ideal for finding close-proximity chords when composing or arranging.
F minor is constructed from a minor third and a perfect fifth above the root — intervals 1P, 3m, 5P, producing the notes F, Ab, C. Compared to the major triad, the lowered third gives minor chords their characteristic dark, melancholic, and introspective quality. Minor chords are essential for expressing sadness, tension, and emotional depth across all styles of music, from classical to rock to R&B.
How to Play F Minor
On guitar, F min is most commonly played as a barre chord. The E-shape barre at fret 5 or the A-shape barre provide the two most practical voicings. Mastering barre chord technique unlocks this chord in every position along the neck, giving you freedom to play in any key.
F Minor in Progressions
F minor serves as the i chord in F minor, the ii chord in G# major, the iii chord in C# major, and the vi chord in G# major. Its appearances across multiple key centers make it indispensable in songwriting.
Common Substitutions
Fm7, Fm9, or G# major can substitute effectively, each adding a distinct shade to the minor sound.
Difficulty: On guitar, this chord is intermediate — a barre or partial barre is likely needed, but the shape is manageable with practice.