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
astrologers	14	14
astrological	19	19
astrologically	24	24
astrologies	14	14
astrology	14	14
astrophotograph	27	27
ataghan	12	12
ataghans	13	13
atheling	14	14
athelings	15	15
atherogeneses	18	18
atherogenesis	18	18
atherogenic	19	19
atigi	7	7
atigis	8	8
atingle	11	11
atomising	15	15
atomizing	24	24
atoning	11	11
atrophying	20	20
attaching	17	17
attacking	19	19
attagirl	11	11
attagirls	12	12
attaining	13	13