Words with the letter G

The letter G is a valuable consonant in Scrabble, worth 2 points, and offers plenty of opportunities to score if played wisely. Because G frequently appears in English words, it’s important to know a variety of words containing G, especially shorter ones like go, gi, and gag, which can help you fit tiles into tight spaces. Placing the letter G on double or triple letter score squares can boost its value, and combining it with common vowels allows you to form versatile words such as gate, gain, and gill. Effective use of G can open new avenues for building longer words and creating multiple scoring combinations.

Another key strategy for playing G involves extending existing words by adding G to form plurals, verb forms, or new words. For example, adding G to ran to make rang or to tag to create tags can multiply your scoring opportunities. Being familiar with two- and three-letter G words like gem and gut is also helpful for quick, tactical plays when the board is crowded. Overall, understanding how to leverage the letter G in your word choices and placements can give you an edge in controlling the board and maximizing points.

---

Word	Scrabble© Points	WWF Points
reconfiguring	26	26
reconfirming	25	25
reconnecting	23	23
reconning	17	17
reconnoitering	22	22
reconnoitring	21	21
reconquering	29	29
reconsecrating	24	24
reconsidering	21	21
reconsolidating	24	24
reconstituting	22	22
reconstructing	25	25
recontacting	22	22
recontaminating	26	26
recontouring	20	20
reconvening	23	23
reconverting	23	23
reconveying	24	24
reconvicting	26	26
reconvincing	27	27
recooking	19	19
recopying	20	20
recording	16	16
recordings	17	17
recorking	19	19