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Daug(Augmented Chord)

A major triad with a raised fifth. Creates a mysterious, unsettled sound.

Notes
D – F# – A#
Intervals (semitones)
0 – 4 – 8
Type
Triad

🎹 Daug on Piano

Press highlighted keys simultaneously to play the Daug chord.

R
D(Root (R))
2
F#(Major 3rd)
3
A#(Augmented 5th (♯5))

🎸 Daug on Guitar

The Daug chord uses notes D, F#, A#. Build a voicing by finding these notes on any strings — root on the 6th string is a common starting point for barre chord shapes.

Interval Analysis

DegreeInterval NameSemitonesNote in D
RootRoot (R)0D
3rdMajor 3rd4F#
5thAugmented 5th (♯5)8A#

About the D Augmented Chord

The Daug chord (D Augmented) consists of 3 notes: D, F#, A#. A major triad with a raised fifth. Creates a mysterious, unsettled sound.

To build any augmented chord, apply intervals of 0, 4, 8 semitones above the root. Starting from D: the notes land on D, F#, A#.

Playing Daug on Piano

Press D, F#, A# simultaneously. In root position, D is lowest. First inversion places F# in the bass for a lighter sound; second inversion uses A# as the bass note.

Common Chord Progressions Using Daug

  • I–IV–V: Daug – Gaug – Aaug (blues and rock)
  • I–V–vi–IV: Daug – A – Bm – G (pop staple)
  • I–vi–IV–V: Daug – Bm – G – A (50s progression)

The Daug Chord in Context

As a augmented chord, Daug is the tonic (I) in the key of D major. It also appears as the IV chord in A major, and as the V chord in G major — making it one of the most important chords across all of Western music.

Other D Chords

D
Major
Dm
Minor
D7
Dominant 7th
Dmaj7
Major 7th
Dm7
Minor 7th
Ddim
Diminished

Augmented Chord in All 12 Keys

CaugC#augDaugD#augEaugFaugF#augGaugG#augAaugA#augBaug
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FAQ

Daug Chord — Frequently Asked Questions

What notes are in the Daug chord?
The D Augmented chord contains: D, F#, A#. These notes are derived by applying the augmented interval formula (0–4–8 semitones) to the root note D.
What is the Daug chord used for?
A major triad with a raised fifth. Creates a mysterious, unsettled sound. The Daug chord is used across pop, rock, jazz, and classical music. As the I chord in the key of D major, it functions as the most stable resting point in progressions.
How do you play Daug on piano?
On piano, play D, F#, A# simultaneously. In root position, D is the lowest note. Inversions move the bass note up — first inversion has F# lowest, second inversion has A# lowest.
How many notes are in a augmented chord?
A augmented chord has 3 notes: D, F#, A# (in D). It is a triad — the most fundamental chord type.
What is the difference between D major and D minor?
The D major chord (D–F#–A) uses a major third (4 semitones), giving it a bright, happy sound. The D minor chord (D–F–A) uses a minor third (3 semitones), giving it a darker, emotional sound.
What key does Daug belong to?
Daug naturally serves as the I chord in the key of D major. It also appears as IV in the key of A major, and as V in the key of G major.
Can I play Daug on ukulele?
Yes. The ukulele uses GCEA tuning with 4 strings. The Daug chord notes (D, F#, A#) can be fretted on a ukulele, though the shapes differ from guitar due to the 4-string layout and shorter scale.
What chords go well with Daug?
In the key of D major, Daug pairs naturally with G major (IV), A major (V), and Bm (vi). The classic I–IV–V (Daug–G–A) is the foundation of blues, country, and rock.
What is a chord inversion of Daug?
An inversion places a non-root note in the bass. Daug root position: D in bass. First inversion: F# in bass. Second inversion: A# in bass. Inversions create smoother bass line movement without changing the harmony.
How do I memorize the notes in a augmented chord?
Remember the formula: 0–4–8 semitones from root. For Daug: start on D, add 4 semitones, then 8 semitones. Practicing this across all 12 roots builds instant recognition of any augmented chord.