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
astigmia	13	13
astigmias	14	14
astonishing	17	17
astonishingly	22	22
astonying	15	15
astounding	16	16
astoundingly	21	21
astragal	11	11
astragali	12	12
astragals	12	12
astragalus	14	14
astricting	16	16
astringe	11	11
astringed	13	13
astringencies	20	20
astringency	20	20
astringent	14	14
astringently	19	19
astringents	15	15
astringes	12	12
astringing	16	16
astrobiologist	20	20
astrobiologists	21	21
astrobiology	20	20
astrologer	13	13