Db Minor Triad

Chord Tones: Db Minor Triad

Symbol: m, min, - — Formula: 1-♭3-5

Chord Notation

Roman numeral (e.g. I, IV, V) and Nashville Number notation are key-dependent. See Keys pages for chord function within specific keys.

Inversions

Harmonic Function

The Db minor chord commonly functions as the supertonic (♭II, Neapolitan) in C major or tonic in D♭ major. Its harmonic role varies by key — in major keys it provides subdominant or supertonic color.

The minor triad has a dark, introspective sound created by the flat third degree. It is the foundation of minor key harmony and widely used across all genres of music.

Common Progressions

The Db Minor Triad frequently appears in these progression patterns (shown in Roman numeral notation relative to key):

• i-iv-v-i
• ii-V-I

Songs Featuring the Minor Triad

Well-known songs where the Db Minor Triad — or this chord type — plays a prominent role:

• Stairway to Heaven – Led Zeppelin
• Nothing Else Matters – Metallica
• Losing My Religion – R.E.M.

Tuning Frequencies Across Temperaments

Frequencies shown at A=440 Hz. View full temperament data for any note.

Scales Containing the Db Minor Triad

These scales include the Db Minor Triad as a diatonic or characteristic chord: