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
wawling	17	17
waxing	19	19
waxings	20	20
waxwing	23	23
waxwings	24	24
wayang	14	14
wayangs	15	15
wayfaring	20	20
waygoing	18	18
waygoings	19	19
waylaying	20	20
weakening	20	20
weakling	19	19
weaklings	20	20
weaning	14	14
weanling	16	16
weanlings	17	17
weaponing	19	19
weaponizing	30	30
wearing	13	13
wearingly	18	18
wearying	16	16
weaseling	16	16
weaselling	18	18
weatherboarding	27	27