c-e-n-t
CENT is a monetary unit equal to 1/100 of a dollar, euro, or other decimal currency. In word games, it's a valuable 4-letter word worth 6 points in Scrabble.
6
Points in Scrabble
Base tile values • No multipliers applied
CENT refers to a penny or one-hundredth of a dollar in American currency. As a noun, it represents the smallest denomination of currency in many countries. In word games, CENT is particularly useful due to its common letters that form easy crossword connections. The C tile (worth 3 points) provides the bulk of its scoring value, making it an efficient play when combined with multiplier squares.
CENT derives from the Latin word "centum" meaning "hundred." The term entered English through Old French "cent" in the 14th century. Originally used in various contexts relating to the number 100, it became specifically associated with currency in the late 1700s when decimal currency systems were adopted. The word's Latin roots connect it to other "cent-" words like century, centennial, and percentage.
•CENT can be pluralized to CENTS for an extra point, making it even more valuable
•The C in CENT is worth 3 points, making it one of the higher-scoring common 4-letter words
•CENT appears in compound words like PERCENT, CENTAVO, and CENTAL for bonus opportunities
"The bank teller counted out fifty cents in change."
"Gas prices dropped by ten cents per gallon this week."
Words that share similar meanings or letter patterns with CENT:
Total base points: 6 (Scrabble)
Vowels: 1 | Consonants: 3
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