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
brigands	15	15
brigantine	17	17
brigantines	18	18
bright	13	13
brighten	16	16
brightened	19	19
brightener	18	18
brighteners	19	19
brightening	22	22
brightens	17	17
brighter	15	15
brightest	16	16
brightly	18	18
brightness	18	18
brightnesses	20	20
brights	14	14
brightwork	24	24
brightworks	25	25
brigs	10	10
brimming	20	20
bring	11	11
bringdown	20	20
bringdowns	21	21
bringer	13	13
bringers	14	14