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
chondrocyte	23	23
chondrocytes	24	24
chondroitin	19	19
chondroitins	20	20
chondrule	18	18
chondrules	19	19
chook	14	14
chooks	15	15
choose	11	11
chooser	12	12
choosers	13	13
chooses	12	12
choosey	14	14
choosier	13	13
choosiest	14	14
choosily	16	16
choosing	16	16
choosy	13	13
chop	12	12
chopfallen	24	24
chophouse	20	20
chophouses	21	21
chopin	15	15
chopine	16	16
chopines	17	17