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
adaptogenic	21	21
addicting	17	17
adding	11	11
addling	13	13
addressing	15	15
adducing	17	17
adducting	18	18
adeeming	15	15
adelgid	12	12
adelgids	13	13
adhering	14	14
adhibiting	19	19
adjoining	23	23
adjourning	25	25
adjudge	21	21
adjudged	23	23
adjudges	22	22
adjudging	26	26
adjudicating	30	30
adjuring	22	22
adjusting	23	23
admeasuring	19	19
administering	21	21
administrating	22	22
admiring	15	15