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
underpinnings	24	24
underplanting	24	24
underplaying	24	24
underpricing	24	24
underprivileged	29	29
underrating	17	17
underreacting	22	22
underreporting	23	23
underrunning	21	21
underscoring	21	21
underselling	20	20
undershooting	21	21
undersigned	18	18
underslung	18	18
undersowing	20	20
understaffing	25	25
understanding	21	21
understandingly	26	26
understating	18	18
understeering	19	19
understrength	21	21
understudying	23	23
undertaking	21	21
undertakings	22	22
undertaxing	24	24