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
exsanguinations	28	28
exscinding	25	25
exsecting	22	22
exserting	19	19
exsiccating	27	27
extemporising	29	29
extemporizing	38	38
extending	21	21
extenuating	23	23
exteriorising	23	23
exterminating	27	27
extermining	25	25
externalising	25	25
externalizing	34	34
extincting	24	24
extinguish	23	23
extinguishable	31	31
extinguished	26	26
extinguisher	25	25
extinguishers	26	26
extinguishes	25	25
extinguishing	29	29
extinguishment	31	31
extinguishments	32	32
extirpating	24	24