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
smirking	18	18
smithing	16	16
smithings	17	17
smiting	13	13
smocking	21	21
smockings	22	22
smog	9	9
smoggier	15	15
smoggiest	16	16
smoggy	15	15
smogless	14	14
smogs	10	10
smoking	17	17
smokings	18	18
smoldering	18	18
smooching	20	20
smooshing	17	17
smoothening	20	20
smoothing	17	17
smorg	10	10
smorgasbord	20	20
smorgasbords	21	21
smorgs	11	11
smothering	18	18
smouldering	20	20