Words with the letter C

The letter C can be a clever asset in Scrabble when used strategically. Valued at 3 points, it offers more scoring potential than some of the more common consonants, without being as difficult to play as higher-point tiles like X or Q. C works well at the start of many common words—like cat, cold, or clean—and it’s also found in blends like ch, cl, or cr, which opens up a variety of word possibilities. If you’re able to land a C on a double or triple letter score, it can quickly turn an ordinary word into a strong point earner.

One of the best ways to play C is by pairing it with high-frequency vowels like A or O to build words such as can, cop, or code. You can also use it to extend words: for example, turning are into care or old into cold. Keep an eye out for opportunities to create compound words or plural forms using C. While C isn’t used in many two-letter words, its role in creating longer, higher-scoring plays makes it an essential part of a smart Scrabble strategy. Played at the right time, C can be the key to gaining an edge on the board.

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Word	Scrabble© Points	WWF Points
cabochon	20	20
cabochons	21	21
cabomba	19	19
cabombas	20	20
caboodle	16	16
caboodles	17	17
caboose	13	13
cabooses	14	14
caboshed	17	17
cabotage	16	16
cabotages	17	17
cabover	17	17
cabovers	18	18
cabresta	14	14
cabrestas	15	15
cabresto	14	14
cabrestos	15	15
cabretta	14	14
cabrettas	15	15
cabrilla	16	16
cabrillas	17	17
cabriole	15	15
cabrioles	16	16
cabriolet	16	16
cabriolets	17	17