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
curdling	17	17
curettage	15	15
curettages	16	16
curetting	16	16
curing	13	13
curlicuing	22	22
curling	15	15
curlings	16	16
curmudgeon	22	22
curmudgeonly	27	27
curmudgeons	23	23
curragh	15	15
curraghs	16	16
curring	14	14
currycombing	30	30
currying	17	17
cursing	14	14
curtailing	18	18
curtaining	18	18
curtilage	16	16
curtilages	17	17
curtseying	19	19
curtsying	18	18
curveballing	28	28
curveting	20	20