This chord has 4 voicings across the fretboard. Use the arrows to see each shape and fingering — and tap any dot on the diagram to hear that note.
Csus4 Guitar Chord
A suspended chord with the fourth in place of the third. Csus4 creates tension that naturally resolves to C Major.
Also known as
- C sus4
- C suspended 4th
- C suspended fourth
How to Play This Chord
Position your fingers on the fretboard as shown in the diagram. The vertical lines represent the strings, from low E (left) to high E (right), and the horizontal lines are the frets. Numbers inside the dots indicate which finger to use: 1 (index), 2 (middle), 3 (ring), 4 (pinky). An X means don't play that string; an O means play it open. A bar spanning multiple strings means one finger presses across all of them at once — this is known as a barre chord.
Tips & Tricks
From the open C major shape, add your pinky to the 1st fret of the high E string (F note). The stretch can feel awkward at first, so make sure your other fingers stay firmly planted. Try alternating between Csus4 and C major for a classic rhythmic effect.