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
banteringly	21	21
bantling	16	16
bantlings	17	17
baptising	18	18
baptizing	27	27
barbarizing	29	29
barbecuing	23	23
barbequing	29	29
barbering	18	18
barbing	16	16
barding	14	14
barege	11	11
bareges	12	12
barehanding	21	21
barfing	16	16
bargain	13	13
bargained	16	16
bargainer	15	15
bargainers	16	16
bargaining	19	19
bargains	14	14
barge	10	10
bargeboard	19	19
bargeboards	20	20
barged	12	12