Dotted minim

Definition

A note that last for 3 beats.

A dot after a note increases its length by half of its original length, so without the dot this note lasts for 2 beats, adding the dot means it is 2 + 1 = 3 beats.

Examples

A dotted minim and dotted minim rest

Dotted minims in musical context

Related concepts

• Minim (N3)