Ukulele Esus4 chord diagram
Esus4 is one of the essential Ukulele chords. On this page, you can find how to play Esus4, alternative positions, and core chord transitions.
To play Esus4, follow these steps: Place index finger on A string fret 2. Place middle finger on G string fret 4. Place ring finger on C string fret 4. Place pinky on E string fret 5.
Tips
- Place A string with your index finger and G string with your middle finger with a vertical finger angle so nearby strings ring clearly without buzz.
- On A string, press fret 2 with your index finger close to the fret wire (not on top) for a cleaner tone.
- This chord spans 4 frets; keep your thumb centered for reach.
- Hold your hand position at base fret 2 for a cleaner tone.
Chord Theory
- Notes
- E - A - B
- Intervals
- 1 - 4 - 5
- Chord Type
- Sus4 — tension awaiting resolution
- Difficulty
- Intermediate
- Voicings
- 7
Alternative Positions
Different ways to play Esus4 on the fretboard, from beginner-friendly to advanced voicings.
Ukulele Esus4 chord diagram2-4-5-2
Ukulele Esus4 chord diagram4-4-5-7
Ukulele Esus4 chord diagram9-9-7-7
Easy Transition Chords
These chords have similar finger positions to Esus4, making them ideal for practice transitions.
1. Esus4 → Fdim chord transition
To move from Esus4 to Fdim, follow these steps:
- Keep index finger on A string fret 2.
- Keep middle finger on G string fret 4.
- Lift your ring finger from C string fret 4 and place it on E string fret 4.
- Slide your pinky from E string fret 5 to C string fret 5.
2. Esus4 → Asus2 chord transition
To move from Esus4 to Asus2, follow these steps:
- While playing Esus4, lift your middle finger from G string fret 4.
- Lift your index finger from A string fret 2 and place it on G string fret 2.
- Keep ring finger on C string fret 4.
- Keep pinky on E string fret 5.
3. Esus4 → F#maj7 | G♭maj7 chord transition
To move from Esus4 to F#maj7 | G♭maj7, follow these steps:
- Lift your index finger from A string fret 2 and place it on E string fret 2.
- Slide your middle finger on G string from fret 4 to fret 3.
- Lift your ring finger from C string fret 4 and place it on A string fret 4.
- Slide your pinky from E string fret 5 to C string fret 5.
4. Esus4 → Em chord transition
To move from Esus4 to Em, follow these steps:
- While playing Esus4, lift your pinky from E string fret 5.
- Keep index finger on A string fret 2.
- Lift your middle finger from G string fret 4 and place it on E string fret 3.
- Keep ring finger on C string fret 4.
5. Esus4 → F#7 | G♭7 chord transition
To move from Esus4 to F#7 | G♭7, follow these steps:
- Lift your index finger from A string fret 2 and place it on E string fret 2.
- Slide your middle finger on G string from fret 4 to fret 3.
- Keep ring finger on C string fret 4.
- Lift your pinky from E string fret 5 and place it on A string fret 4.
6. Esus4 → G#m | A♭m chord transition
To move from Esus4 to G#m | A♭m, follow these steps:
- Keep index finger on A string fret 2.
- Lift your middle finger from G string fret 4 and place it on C string fret 3.
- Slide your ring finger from C string fret 4 to G string fret 4.
- Slide your pinky on E string from fret 5 to fret 4.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Esus4 easy to play on Ukulele?
Ukulele Esus4 is generally intermediate. It spans 4 frets. Consistent practice helps the shape feel natural.
What is the easiest way to play Esus4?
There is a simpler alternative for Esus4 on Ukulele. The alternative voicing uses fingering 9-9-7-7. This voicing reduces hand movement and makes clean transitions easier.