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
cicisbeism	22	22
cicisbeisms	23	23
cicisbeo	17	17
cicisbeos	18	18
cicoree	13	13
cicorees	14	14
cider	9	9
cideries	12	12
ciders	10	10
cidery	12	12
cig	8	8
cigar	10	10
cigaret	12	12
cigarets	13	13
cigarette	14	14
cigarettes	15	15
cigarillo	16	16
cigarillos	17	17
cigars	11	11
ciggie	13	13
ciggies	14	14
ciggy	14	14
cigs	9	9
ciguatera	15	15
ciguateras	16	16