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.

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Word	Scrabble© Points	WWF Points
bivouacking	29	29
biznaga	22	22
biznagas	23	23
blabbering	23	23
blabbing	21	21
blackballing	31	31
blackbirding	30	30
blackening	25	25
blackguard	25	25
blackguardism	31	31
blackguardly	30	30
blackguards	26	26
blackgum	25	25
blackgums	26	26
blacking	22	22
blackings	23	23
blackjacking	42	42
blackleg	22	22
blacklegs	23	23
blacklisting	27	27
blackmailing	30	30
blacksmithing	32	32
blacktopping	32	32
blading	15	15
bladings	16	16