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
doughboy	19	19
doughboys	20	20
doughier	14	14
doughiest	15	15
doughlike	20	20
doughnut	16	16
doughnutlike	25	25
doughnuts	17	17
doughs	12	12
dought	12	12
doughtier	15	15
doughtiest	16	16
doughtily	18	18
doughtiness	18	18
doughty	15	15
doughy	14	14
dousing	12	12
douting	12	12
dovening	17	17
dovetailing	20	20
dowager	13	13
dowagers	14	14
doweling	16	16
dowelings	17	17
dowelling	18	18