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
angiographies	23	23
angiography	23	23
angioma	13	13
angiomas	14	14
angiomata	15	15
angiomatous	18	18
angioplasties	20	20
angioplasty	20	20
angiosperm	19	19
angiospermous	23	23
angiosperms	20	20
angiotensin	16	16
angiotensins	17	17
angle	9	9
angled	11	11
anglepod	16	16
anglepods	17	17
angler	10	10
anglerfish	19	19
anglerfishes	21	21
anglers	11	11
angles	10	10
anglesite	13	13
anglesites	14	14
angleworm	19	19