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Words That Start With G for Kids

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  • gadget – A gadget is a fun little device or tool that helps you with tasks.
  • gadgets – Gadgets are little machines or tools that make tasks easier or more fun.
  • gaggle – A gaggle is when a lot of geese are together.
  • galaxy – A galaxy is a huge collection of stars, planets, and dust in space.
  • gallop – Gallop means when a horse runs fast.
  • game – A game is an activity where you follow rules to have fun.
  • games – Games are activities where you can have fun and sometimes compete with others.
  • gaming – Gaming is when you play video games or computer games.
  • gap – A gap is a space or distance between two things.
  • garage – A garage is a place where people park their cars.
  • garbage – Garbage is things that are no longer useful or needed, like trash or waste.
  • garden – A garden is a place outside where you can grow different kinds of plants and flowers.
  • garland – A garland is a string of flowers or leaves that are tied together.
  • garlands – Garlands are strings of flowers or leaves that are used to decorate places.
  • gas – Gas is a kind of stuff that is all around us.
  • gaseous – Gaseous means something that is in the form of gas.
  • gate – A gate is a door that you can open and close, usually found in fences.
  • gâteau – A gâteau is a fancy cake that is often made for special occasions like birthdays.
  • gather – Gather means to bring things or people together in one place.
  • gathering – A gathering is when people meet in one place to have fun or talk.
  • gaze – Gaze is when you look at something carefully and for a while.
  • gear – Gears are parts of machines that help them work.
  • gecko – A gecko is a type of lizard that can stick to walls and ceilings.
  • geese – Geese are large birds that are usually found near lakes and rivers.
  • gem – A gem is a special kind of stone that is very beautiful.
  • gems – Gems are beautiful, shiny stones that come from the ground.
  • gemstone – A gemstone is a special kind of rock that is very beautiful and shiny.
  • general – General means something that is true for most things or people.
  • generally – Generally means most of the time or usually.
  • generate – Generate means to create or produce something.
  • generosity – Generosity is when you share what you have with others.
  • generous – Generous means you like to share what you have, like your toys or food, with friends or people who need it.
  • genteel – Genteel means being polite and nice.
  • gentle – Gentle means to be nice and careful.
  • gently – Gently means to do things in a soft and careful way.
  • germ – Germs are tiny living things that can make us feel unwell.
  • germs – Germs are tiny living things that are so small you can't see them without a special tool.
  • gesticulate – Gesticulate means to use your hands and arms to help show what you are saying.
  • gesture – A gesture is a way to communicate without using words.
  • get – 'Get' means to obtain or receive something.
  • get-together – A get-together is a fun meeting where people, like friends or family, gather to enjoy each other's...
  • getup – Get up means to wake up and leave your bed or to stand up from sitting.
  • ghost – A ghost is a spirit of someone who has died.
  • giant – A giant is a huge person or monster that is much taller and bigger than everyone else.
  • gift – A gift is something you give to someone to show you care about them.
  • gifted – Gifted means someone is really good at something, like drawing or math.
  • gifts – Gifts are presents that you give to someone to show you care about them.
  • gigantic – Gigantic means something that is super big, much bigger than normal.
  • giggle – A giggle is a soft, happy laugh.
  • gills – Gills are the parts of a fish that let them breathe in water.
  • giraffe – A giraffe is the tallest animal in the world.
  • girl – A girl is a young woman.
  • give – To 'give' means to let someone have something.
  • giveup – To give up means to stop trying to do something when it gets tough or when you feel like you can't do it...
  • giving – Giving is when you hand something to someone else.
  • gizmo – A gizmo is a small device or tool that helps you with a task or is just fun to use.
  • glad – Glad means you feel really happy about something.
  • gladness – Gladness is a feeling of joy or happiness.
  • glance – To glance means to look at something for a short time.
  • glass – Glass is a hard, shiny material that can be clear or colored.
  • glasses – Glasses are tools that people wear on their nose to help them see clearly.
  • glasshouse – A glasshouse is a building with lots of glass walls and a glass roof.
  • glimmer – A glimmer is a small, soft light that shines.
  • glimpse – A glimpse is a quick look at something.
  • glitch – A glitch is like a little mistake or problem that happens in a game or a computer.
  • glitter – Glitter is small, shiny bits that make things look pretty.
  • glittering – Glittering is when something shines brightly and looks really pretty, like glitter or a shiny diamond.
  • globe – A globe is a big ball that looks like the Earth.
  • glory – Glory means feeling really happy and proud about something great that happened.
  • glossy – Glossy is when something looks shiny and bright, like a magazine cover or a freshly polished car.
  • gloves – Gloves are like little jackets for your hands.
  • glow – Glow is when something gives off a gentle light.
  • glowing – Glowing is when something shines brightly.
  • glue – Glue is a special kind of liquid that makes things stick.
  • glum – Glum is a word that means you feel a little sad or down.
  • gnarl – A gnarl is a twist or bump on a tree branch.
  • go – "Go" means to leave where you are and travel to a different place.
  • goad – A goad is something that helps to make someone or something move or do something.
  • goal – A goal is something you aim for.
  • goals – Goals are things you want to achieve.
  • gobble – Gobble is a fun word that means to eat something really fast, like when you're super hungry!
  • goblin – A goblin is a small, mischievous creature from stories.
  • gobstopper – A gobstopper is a type of candy that is very hard and round.
  • gold – Gold is a bright yellow metal that is very precious.
  • golden – Golden is a color that looks like gold.
  • gone – Gone means that something used to be here, but now it is not.
  • good – Good means something that is nice or makes people happy.
  • goodbye – Goodbye is what we say when we are leaving someone.
  • goodness – Goodness is when someone does good things, like being helpful, nice, and caring.
  • goods – Goods are items that people make or sell.
  • gooey – Gooey is when something is soft and sticky, like when you touch warm marshmallows or syrup.
  • goofy – Goofy is a word we use to describe someone who acts silly or funny.
  • goose – A goose is a large bird that has a long neck and webbed feet.
  • gorge – A gorge is a deep, narrow valley with steep sides.
  • gorgeous – Gorgeous means something that looks really beautiful.
  • gourd – A gourd is a type of plant that grows in different shapes and sizes.
  • gr8 – Gr8 means great!
  • grab – To grab means to hold something tightly or quickly.
  • grabbed – Grabbed means to take hold of something fast, like when you grab a toy.
  • grabbing – Grabbing is when you hold onto something tightly or quickly.
  • graceful – Graceful is when someone or something moves beautifully and easily.
  • grade – A grade is a way to show how well you did on your school work.
  • gradual – Gradual means something that changes slowly over time.
  • grain – Grain is a small seed from plants that we use for food.
  • grains – Grains are small seeds from plants that we eat.
  • grand – Grand means something that is very big, important, or impressive.
  • grandboy – A grandboy is a boy who is the grandson of someone.
  • grandchild – A grandchild is the son or daughter of your parents.
  • granddaughter – A granddaughter is a girl who is the child of your son or daughter.
  • grandfather – A grandfather is the father of your mom or dad.
  • grandgirl – A grandgirl is a girl who is the granddaughter of someone.
  • grandkid – A grandkid is the child of your grandparents' children.
  • grandma – Grandma is your parent's mother.
  • grandmother – A grandmother is the mother of your mom or dad.
  • grandpa – Grandpa is your parent's father.
  • grandpappy – Grandpappy is a fun way to say grandpa.
  • grandparent – Grandparents are your parents' parents.
  • grandparents – Grandparents are the parents of your mom and dad.
  • grandsire – Grandsire means your grandpa or the father of your dad or mom.
  • grandson – A grandson is a boy who is the child of your son or daughter.
  • grape – Grapes are tiny fruits that grow in bunches on vines.
  • grapes – Grapes are tiny fruits that come in different colors like green, red, and purple.
  • grapevine – A grapevine is a plant that grows grapes.
  • grasp – Grasp means to hold something firmly or to understand something well.
  • grass – Grass is a type of plant that covers the ground.
  • grasshop – A grasshopper is a small insect that can jump very high.
  • grasshopper – A grasshopper is an insect that has long legs for jumping.
  • grasshoppers – Grasshoppers are insects that can jump very far.
  • grateful – Grateful means you feel really happy and thankful when someone helps you or gives you something nice.
  • gratis – Gratis means something is free.
  • gravel – Gravel is made of tiny stones that are not smooth.
  • gravity – Gravity is a force that pulls things towards each other.
  • gray – Gray is a color that is made when you mix black and white together.
  • great – Great means something is very good or excellent!
  • greater – Greater means more or bigger than something else.
  • green – Green is a color that you see in many plants, like the leaves and the grass.
  • greenback – A greenback is a kind of money in the United States.
  • greengrocer – A greengrocer is someone who sells fresh fruits and vegetables.
  • greenhouse – A greenhouse is a building made of glass or plastic where plants can grow.
  • greens – Greens are vegetables that are green in color, like broccoli and kale.
  • greet – To greet someone means to say hello or welcome them when you see them.
  • greeting – A greeting is how we say hello to people.
  • greetings – Greetings are friendly ways to say hello.
  • grill – A grill is a cooking tool that uses heat to cook food.
  • grin – A grin is when you smile really wide.
  • grinder – A grinder is a machine or tool that breaks down things into smaller pieces.
  • grip – Grip is when you hold something firmly so it doesn't slip out of your hand.
  • groceries – Groceries are the things we buy to eat, like fruits, vegetables, bread, and milk.
  • grocery – Grocery is a place where we go to buy food and drinks.
  • groove – A groove is a long, narrow cut or line in something.
  • ground – The ground is the surface of the Earth.
  • grounded – Being grounded means you have to stay at home and not go out, usually because you didn't follow the rules.
  • group – A group is a number of people or things that are together.
  • grouping – Grouping is when you take different things and put them in a group.
  • groups – Groups are made up of two or more people or things that are together.
  • grow – To grow means to change and become larger.
  • growing – Growing is when something becomes larger or changes over time.
  • growl – When an animal growls, it makes a deep sound that can show it's upset or warning others.
  • grown-up – A grown-up is someone who is older, like your parents or teachers.
  • grumpy – Grumpy is when someone is not in a good mood.
  • grunt – A grunt is a low sound that some animals, like pigs, make.
  • guard – A guard is a person who protects something or someone.
  • guarded – Guarded means being careful and not letting everyone see your feelings or thoughts.
  • guardian – A guardian is someone who looks after you and makes sure you are safe and happy, like a mom, dad, or...
  • guess – Guessing is when you make a choice about something even if you don't know the answer for sure.
  • guidance – Guidance is when someone helps you make good choices or learn something new.
  • guide – A guide is someone who helps you learn or find things.
  • guideline – A guideline is like a helpful rule or idea that tells you how to do something the right way.
  • guides – Guides are helpers who show you the right way to go or teach you something new.
  • guiltless – Guiltless means not feeling bad about something.
  • guilty – Guilty means you did something wrong or bad.
  • guitar – A guitar is a type of instrument that you play by plucking or strumming its strings.
  • gull – A gull is a bird that you can see at the beach.
  • gullet – The gullet is a tube in your body that helps food go from your mouth to your stomach.
  • gum – Gum is a sweet treat that you chew.
  • gummy – Gummy is a word we use for things that are chewy and squishy, like gummy candies that you can bite and...
  • gurl – A 'gurl' is a fun way to say 'girl.' It's a word some people use when they are being friendly or silly.
  • gust – A gust is a strong burst of wind that happens for a short time.
  • guy – A guy is another word for a man or a boy.
  • gym – A gym is a special building where you can work out and get strong.
  • gymnast – A gymnast is someone who practices gymnastics, which is a sport where you do exercises like flips, jumps,...
  • gymnastics – Gymnastics is a sport where you can do cool moves like flips, handstands, and balance on beams.