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It would be difficult to say which was harder. But the guitar has 6 strings and a Ukulele only 4. That makes the ukulele easier to learn most of the chords on. Depending on the type of music, it may be easier to learn certain songs on the guitar.

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The ukulele has fewer strings, so it is easier to play. The smaller size is a bit easier for most people as well. Once you learn some of the finger patterns, it translates easily from one instrument to another, you just have to know what pattern makes what chords.

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I would say ukelele because it has fewer strings.

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Yes it is. The mandolin and the guitar are quite similar.

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My understanding is that the Mandolin is harder to play as it has more strings then the Ukulele.

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