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
cleans	11	11
cleanse	12	12
cleansed	14	14
cleanser	13	13
cleansers	14	14
cleanses	13	13
cleansing	17	17
cleanup	16	16
cleanups	17	17
clear	9	9
clearable	17	17
clearance	17	17
clearances	18	18
clearcut	16	16
clearcuts	17	17
clearcutting	23	23
cleared	12	12
clearer	11	11
clearers	12	12
clearest	12	12
clearheaded	19	19
clearheadedly	24	24
clearheadedness	24	24
clearing	15	15
clearinghouse	23	23