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
encapsulated	22	22
encapsulates	21	21
encapsulating	25	25
encapsulation	23	23
encapsulations	24	24
encapsule	18	18
encapsuled	20	20
encapsules	19	19
encapsuling	23	23
encase	10	10
encased	12	12
encasement	18	18
encasements	19	19
encases	11	11
encash	12	12
encashable	20	20
encashed	15	15
encashes	14	14
encashing	18	18
encashment	20	20
encashments	21	21
encasing	15	15
encaustic	17	17
encaustics	18	18
enceinte	13	13