Suspended 4th Chord
The sus4 chord replaces the third with a perfect fourth, creating tension that traditionally resolves down to the major third. It creates anticipation and is common before dominant chords.
Symbol: sus4, sus
Formula: 1-4-5
C Suspended 4th Chord: C – F – G
Choose a Root
Interval Formula
| Degree | Interval | Semitones from Root | Note (C Suspended 4th Chord) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Root (1) | 0 | C |
| 4 | Perfect 4th (4) | 5 | F |
| 5 | Perfect 5th (5) | 7 | G |
Related Chords
Common Progressions
- Vsus4-V-I
- Isus4-I