C#dim Piano Chord

The C#dim chord is a diminished triad built on the root note C#. It contains the notes C#, E, G.

How to play C#dim

Press all highlighted keys together. Use any comfortable fingering — for a right-hand triad, thumb on root, middle on 3rd, pinky on 5th is standard.

Master one chord at a time. Once C#dim feels natural, try the next chord chord, or browse easy piano songs to put it in context.