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
aortography	20	20
apagoge	14	14
apagoges	15	15
apagogic	18	18
apanage	13	13
apanages	14	14
aphagia	14	14
aphagias	15	15
aphorising	18	18
aphorizing	27	27
aping	11	11
apiologies	16	16
apiology	16	16
apocopating	23	23
apogamic	19	19
apogamies	17	17
apogamy	17	17
apogeal	13	13
apogean	13	13
apogee	11	11
apogees	12	12
apogeic	15	15
apolog	12	12
apologal	15	15
apologetic	19	19