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Beginner chord

Am guitar chord for beginners

It feels like a small C shape; keep the first finger close to the fret.

3 fingersEasyDay 4
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Quick answer

Am is a easy beginner guitar chord. Practice it by building the shape slowly, checking every string, and then using it in an easy song.

  • Fingers: 3 fingers
  • Course order: Day 4
  • Tip: It feels like a small C shape; keep the first finger close to the fret.

Am chord diagram

e|---0---
B|---1---
G|---2---
D|---2---
A|---0---
E|---x---

x means do not play that string. 0 means play the open string.

How to practice Am

Build the shape slowly

Place one finger at a time, then strum once and listen for muted strings.

Release and return

Take the hand off, shake out tension, then rebuild the chord without squeezing harder.

Use it in music

Move from the chord into one simple song loop so the shape has a purpose.

Easy songs with Am

Knockin' on Heaven's DoorG, D, Am, CRiptideAm, G, CWhat's UpG, Am, CNo Woman No CryC, G, Am, FLet It BeC, G, Am, FHo HeyC, F, Am, G

Common questions

Is Am a beginner guitar chord?

Am is easy for most beginners. Practice it slowly and use songs that give your hand time to change.

What songs use Am?

Knockin' on Heaven's Door, Riptide, What's Up, No Woman No Cry and more beginner songs use Am.