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
undergone	15	15
undergrad	15	15
undergrads	16	16
undergraduate	20	20
undergraduates	21	21
underground	19	19
undergrounder	21	21
undergrounders	22	22
undergrowth	21	21
undergrowths	22	22
underlapping	25	25
underlaying	20	20
underletting	19	19
underling	16	16
underlings	17	17
underlining	19	19
underlying	19	19
underlyingly	24	24
undermanning	23	23
undermining	21	21
underpainting	23	23
underpaintings	24	24
underpaying	22	22
underperforming	30	30
underpinning	23	23