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
blighting	20	20
blights	15	15
blighty	17	17
blindage	16	16
blindages	17	17
blindfolding	26	26
blindgut	17	17
blindguts	18	18
blinding	17	17
blindingly	22	22
blindings	18	18
blindsiding	21	21
bling	12	12
blinged	15	15
blinging	18	18
blings	13	13
blinkering	22	22
blinking	20	20
blipping	21	21
blissing	15	15
blistering	17	17
blisteringly	22	22
blithering	19	19
blitheringly	24	24
blitzing	24	24