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
shaming	15	15
shamings	16	16
shamming	19	19
shammying	22	22
shamoying	19	19
shampooing	21	21
shandygaff	24	24
shanghai	15	15
shanghaied	18	18
shanghaier	17	17
shanghaiers	18	18
shanghaiing	21	21
shanghais	16	16
shanking	18	18
shantung	15	15
shantungs	16	16
shaping	15	15
sharecropping	27	27
shareholding	21	21
shareholdings	22	22
sharing	12	12
sharking	17	17
sharpening	19	19
sharping	16	16
sharpshooting	23	23