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
wakings	17	17
waling	13	13
walking	18	18
walkings	19	19
walling	15	15
walloping	20	20
wallopings	21	21
wallowing	20	20
wallpapering	26	26
wallydraigle	23	23
wallydraigles	24	24
waltzing	24	24
wambling	21	21
wampishing	24	24
wampumpeag	28	28
wandering	17	17
wanderings	18	18
wangan	13	13
wangans	14	14
wangle	13	13
wangled	15	15
wangler	14	14
wanglers	15	15
wangles	14	14
wangling	18	18