The F-sharp suspended second chord is a bright and open-sounding chord that consists of the notes F♯, G♯, and C♯. F♯ serves as the root, grounding the harmony, while G♯, the major second, replaces the typical third to create a suspended, unresolved quality. C♯, the perfect fifth, provides stability and balance, anchoring the chord despite its suspended character. This chord is often used in rock, pop, and contemporary music to add tension, anticipation, and a sense of forward motion, making it ideal for transitional passages and dynamic, expressive progressions.
Name: F-sharp suspended second chord
Notes: F♯, G♯, C♯
Intervals: 1, 2, 5
Chord symbol: F♯sus2
Alternative symbols: F♯(sus2)
Type: Triad (three-note chord)
F-sharp suspended second chord on the Staff
F-sharp suspended second chord on Piano
F-sharp suspended second chord on Guitar
F-sharp suspended second chord on Ukulele
Rowan Ellis is a musician and educator with a passion for exploring the language of harmony and melody. With years of experience across classical, jazz, and contemporary styles, Rowan breaks down music theory into clear, practical insights. His goal is to make chords and scales less intimidating and more inspiring for every musician.