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Five-Letter Words Containing G

1845 words

Below you'll find 1845 five-letter words that contain the letter G, including words like "aargh", "acing", "adage". Whether you're solving today's Wordle, building a high-scoring Scrabble play, or working through a crossword, this list has you covered. G is one of the most common letters in English, appearing frequently in everyday vocabulary.

Updated June 2026

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Word lists are curated for the Word Challenge game and may not include every word in a standard dictionary.

Tips for Using These Words

  • Wordle: When Wordle reveals G is in the word (yellow tile), this list of 1845 words containing G helps you narrow down the answer.
  • Scrabble: Look for words with G that also include high-value tiles to maximise your score. Aim for premium squares to boost your total.
  • Crosswords: Use the word list to find answers that fit your clue pattern. Words containing G are common in crossword construction.

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Highest Scoring Words in Scrabble

Base tile values only — board multipliers not included.

RankWordScore
1gazoz24
2gauzy18
3ghazi18
4glazy18
5oghuz18
6quegh18
7zingy18
8zygal18
9zygon18
10gizmo17

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Frequently Asked Questions

How many five-letter words containing G are there?
There are 1845 five-letter words containing the letter G in the Word Challenge word list — one of the most populated letter groups for this word length. Examples include aargh, acing, adage, adagy, adjag.
How can I use five-letter words containing G in Wordle?
When you've confirmed that G is somewhere in the word, use this list to find valid guesses. Focus on words with common letters like E, A, R, S, and T to maximise your chances. Good starting guesses from this list include aargh and acing.
Are these five-letter words valid in Scrabble?
The 1845 five-letter words containing the letter G on this page come from the Word Challenge word list and are suitable for Scrabble, Wordle, and other word games. The letter G is worth 2 points in Scrabble. They can be played directly or used to extend existing words on the board.
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