Ukulele D#m | E♭m chord diagram
D#m | E♭m is one of the essential Ukulele chords. On Ukulelearn, this chord appears in 37 different songs. On this page, you can find how to play D#m | E♭m, alternative positions, and core chord transitions.
To play D#m | E♭m, follow these steps: Place index finger on A string fret 1. Place middle finger on E string fret 2. Place ring finger on G string fret 3. Place pinky on C string fret 3. D#m can also be written as E♭m; these names are enharmonic equivalents that represent the same pitch class.
Tips
- Place A string with your index finger and E string with your middle finger with a vertical finger angle so nearby strings ring clearly without buzz.
- On A string, press fret 1 with your index finger close to the fret wire (not on top) for a cleaner tone.
Chord Theory
- Notes
- D# - F# - A#
- Intervals
- 1 - b3 - 5
- Chord Type
- Minor — soft and melancholic character
- Difficulty
- Intermediate
- Voicings
- 7
Alternative Positions
Different ways to play D#m | E♭m on the fretboard, from beginner-friendly to advanced voicings.
Ukulele D#m | E♭m chord diagram3-6-6-6
Ukulele D#m | E♭m chord diagram3-3-2-6
Ukulele D#m | E♭m chord diagram3-6-2-6
Easy Transition Chords
These chords have similar finger positions to D#m | E♭m, making them ideal for practice transitions.
1. D#m | E♭m → A#add9 | B♭add9 chord transition
To move from D#m | E♭m to A#add9 | B♭add9, follow these steps:
- Lift your index finger from A string fret 1 and place it on E string fret 1.
- Slide your middle finger from E string fret 2 to C string fret 2.
- Keep ring finger on G string fret 3.
- Lift your pinky from C string fret 3 and place it on A string fret 3.
2. D#m | E♭m → A#aug | B♭aug chord transition
To move from D#m | E♭m to A#aug | B♭aug, follow these steps:
- While playing D#m | E♭m, lift your pinky from C string fret 3.
- Keep index finger on A string fret 1.
- Lift your middle finger from E string fret 2 and place it on C string fret 2.
- Keep ring finger on G string fret 3.
3. D#m | E♭m → A#sus4 | B♭sus4 chord transition
To move from D#m | E♭m to A#sus4 | B♭sus4, follow these steps:
- While playing D#m | E♭m, lift your middle finger from E string fret 2.
- Lift your index finger from A string fret 1 and place it on E string fret 1.
- Keep ring finger on G string fret 3.
- Keep pinky on C string fret 3.
4. D#m | E♭m → D# | E♭ chord transition
To move from D#m | E♭m to D# | E♭, follow these steps:
- While playing D#m | E♭m, lift your middle finger from E string fret 2.
- Keep index finger on A string fret 1.
- Lift your ring finger from G string fret 3 and place it on C string fret 3.
- Slide your pinky from C string fret 3 to E string fret 3.
5. D#m | E♭m → D#sus2 | E♭sus2 chord transition
To move from D#m | E♭m to D#sus2 | E♭sus2, follow these steps:
- While playing D#m | E♭m, lift your middle finger from E string fret 2.
- Lift your index finger from A string fret 1 and place it on E string fret 1.
- Keep ring finger on G string fret 3.
- Keep pinky on C string fret 3.
6. D#m | E♭m → Daug chord transition
To move from D#m | E♭m to Daug, follow these steps:
- While playing D#m | E♭m, lift your pinky from C string fret 3.
- Keep index finger on A string fret 1.
- Lift your middle finger from E string fret 2 and place it on C string fret 2.
- Keep ring finger on G string fret 3.
Most Common Transitions
The most frequent chord transitions from D#m | E♭m across songs on this site.
1. D#m | E♭m → B chord transition
To move from D#m | E♭m to B, follow these steps:
- While playing D#m | E♭m, lift your pinky from C string fret 3.
- Lift your index finger from A string fret 1 and place it on E string fret 2.
- Slide your middle finger from E string fret 2 to C string fret 3.
- Slide your ring finger on G string from fret 3 to fret 4.
On Ukulelearn, songs containing D#m | E♭m use the transition to B at 18.3%. You can practice this transition in 4 different songs.
2. D#m | E♭m → G#m chord transition
To move from D#m | E♭m to G#m, follow these steps:
- Slide your index finger on A string from fret 1 to fret 2.
- Slide your middle finger from E string fret 2 to C string fret 3.
- Slide your ring finger on G string from fret 3 to fret 4.
- Slide your pinky from C string fret 3 to E string fret 4.
On Ukulelearn, songs containing D#m | E♭m use the transition to G#m at 17.7%. You can practice this transition in 4 different songs.
3. D#m | E♭m → C# chord transition
To move from D#m | E♭m to C#, follow these steps:
- While playing D#m | E♭m, first lift your middle finger and ring finger.
- Lift your index finger from A string fret 1 and place it on G string fret 1.
- Slide your pinky from C string fret 3 to A string fret 4.
On Ukulelearn, songs containing D#m | E♭m use the transition to C# at 14%. You can practice this transition in 3 different songs.
4. D#m | E♭m → A#m chord transition
To move from D#m | E♭m to A#m, follow these steps:
- While playing D#m | E♭m, first lift your middle finger and pinky.
- Lift your index finger from A string fret 1 and place it on C string fret 1.
- Keep ring finger on G string fret 3.
On Ukulelearn, songs containing D#m | E♭m use the transition to A#m at 14%. You can practice this transition in 2 different songs.
5. D#m | E♭m → E chord transition
To move from D#m | E♭m to E, follow these steps:
- While playing D#m | E♭m, first lift your ring finger and pinky.
- Lift your index finger from A string fret 1 and place it on G string fret 4.
- Slide your middle finger from E string fret 2 to A string fret 2.
On Ukulelearn, songs containing D#m | E♭m use the transition to E at 11.3%. You can practice this transition in 5 different songs.
Compatible Scales
These scales include D#m | E♭m and highlight the companion chords that fit the same key.
Songs Using D#m | E♭m Chord
Popular songs that feature the D#m | E♭m chord, perfect for practice.
Songs in Original Key of D#m | E♭m
Frequently Asked Questions
How difficult is the D#m | E♭m chord on Ukulele?
D#m | E♭m requires moderate control on Ukulele. The voicing covers 3 frets. Keep your wrist relaxed to improve accuracy.
Is there a simpler voicing for D#m | E♭m?
You can try an easier Ukulele voicing for D#m | E♭m. The alternative voicing uses fingering 3-6-2-6. Use this shape first, then return to the full form as control improves.
What are the most common chord changes from D#m | E♭m on Ukulele?
Ukulele progressions often pair D#m | E♭m with B and G#m. Based on our catalog data, D#m | E♭m -> B is tracked 34 times across 4 songs (18.3% share), while D#m | E♭m -> G#m appears 33 times across 4 songs (17.7% share).
Can you name songs that feature D#m | E♭m?
In our catalog, Luke Combs - Must’ve Never Met You Ukulele Chords is one of 8 songs that include the D#m | E♭m chord.