Ukulele Cm chord diagram
Cm is one of the essential Ukulele chords. On Ukulelearn, this chord appears in 190 different songs. On this page, you can find how to play Cm, alternative positions, and core chord transitions.
To play Cm, follow these steps: Place index finger on C string, E string, and A string fret 3.
Tips
- Place C string with your index finger and E string with your index finger with a vertical finger angle so nearby strings ring clearly without buzz.
- On C string, press fret 3 with your index finger close to the fret wire (not on top) for a cleaner tone.
- Keep the barre firm so every string rings clearly.
- To play Cm cleanly, every involved string should ring clearly. Make sure both fretted strings (C string, E string, and A string) and open strings sound clean. After shaping the chord, pluck each string one by one and confirm there is no muted or buzzing note.
Chord Theory
- Notes
- C - D# - G
- Intervals
- 1 - b3 - 5
- Chord Type
- Minor — soft and melancholic character
- Difficulty
- Intermediate
- Barre chord
- Yes
- Voicings
- 7
Alternative Positions
Different ways to play Cm on the fretboard, from beginner-friendly to advanced voicings.
Ukulele Cm chord diagram5-3-3-3
Ukulele Cm chord diagram5-3-3-6
Ukulele Cm chord diagram5-7-3-6
Easy Transition Chords
These chords have similar finger positions to Cm, making them ideal for practice transitions.
1. Cm → Cm7 chord transition
To move from Cm to Cm7, follow these steps:
- Lift your index finger from C string fret 3 and place it on G string fret 3.
2. Cm → Am7 chord transition
To move from Cm to Am7, follow these steps:
- While playing Cm, lift your index finger from C string fret 3.
3. Cm → Bm7 chord transition
To move from Cm to Bm7, follow these steps:
- Lift your index finger from C string fret 3 and place it on G string fret 2.
4. Cm → C#m7 | D♭m7 chord transition
To move from Cm to C#m7 | D♭m7, follow these steps:
- Lift your index finger from C string fret 3 and place it on G string fret 4.
5. Cm → D#7 | E♭7 chord transition
To move from Cm to D#7 | E♭7, follow these steps:
- Lift your index finger from C string fret 3 and place it on G string fret 3.
- Place middle finger on A string fret 4.
6. Cm → G#add9 | A♭add9 chord transition
To move from Cm to G#add9 | A♭add9, follow these steps:
- Lift your index finger from C string fret 3 and place it on G string fret 3.
- Place middle finger on E string fret 4.
Most Common Transitions
The most frequent chord transitions from Cm across songs on this site.
1. Cm → G chord transition
To move from Cm to G, follow these steps:
- Slide your index finger on C string from fret 3 to fret 2.
- Place middle finger on A string fret 2.
- Place ring finger on E string fret 3.
On Ukulelearn, songs containing Cm use the transition to G at 21.8%. You can practice this transition in 88 different songs.
2. Cm → F chord transition
To move from Cm to F, follow these steps:
- Lift your index finger from C string fret 3 and place it on E string fret 1.
- Place middle finger on G string fret 2.
On Ukulelearn, songs containing Cm use the transition to F at 10.6%. You can practice this transition in 48 different songs.
3. Cm → Gm chord transition
To move from Cm to Gm, follow these steps:
- Lift your index finger from C string fret 3 and place it on A string fret 1.
- Place middle finger on C string fret 2.
- Place ring finger on E string fret 3.
On Ukulelearn, songs containing Cm use the transition to Gm at 8.5%. You can practice this transition in 18 different songs.
4. Cm → Bb chord transition
To move from Cm to Bb, follow these steps:
On Ukulelearn, songs containing Cm use the transition to Bb at 8.5%. You can practice this transition in 26 different songs.
5. Cm → Fm chord transition
To move from Cm to Fm, follow these steps:
- Lift your index finger from C string fret 3 and place it on G string fret 1.
- Place middle finger on E string fret 1.
- Place pinky on A string fret 3.
On Ukulelearn, songs containing Cm use the transition to Fm at 8.3%. You can practice this transition in 25 different songs.
Compatible Scales
These scales include Cm and highlight the companion chords that fit the same key.
Songs Using Cm Chord
Popular songs that feature the Cm chord, perfect for practice.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Cm suitable for beginners on Ukulele?
Cm sits in the intermediate range for Ukulele players. It uses a 1-fret span and includes a barre technique. Work on clean tone before pushing tempo.
Any beginner-friendly alternative for Cm?
Cm has a more accessible version for Ukulele players. The alternative voicing uses fingering 5-7-3-6. It is a practical bridge between beginner and full voicings.
Which chords pair well with Cm on Ukulele?
Cm works well with G and F on Ukulele. Based on our catalog data, transitions from Cm to G account for 21.8% (350 total changes in 88 songs), and transitions to F account for 10.6% (170 total changes in 48 songs).
Which songs include Cm?
Chris Stapleton - Death Row Ukulele Chords is one of 8 songs featuring the Cm chord.