Learning English words starts with the letter C, and their meanings and use in sentences help us improve our English vocabulary skills. When our vocabulary is good, then we can speak English fluently. Speaking English fluently isn’t an easy task if you are learning English as a second language. In this lesson, we brought for you a very important list of the English vocabulary words that are going to enhance your English speaking skills. Let’s learn…
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English Words Starts with the Letter C
In this section, we will study the English words that starts with the letter C and their meanings and use in sentences:
- Cab (n): a vehicle for hire, especially a taxi.
- We took a cab to the airport to avoid missing the flight.
- Cabbage (n): a leafy green vegetable often used in salads or cooked dishes.
- She added fresh cabbage to the salad for extra crunch.
- Cabin (n): a small wooden house or shelter, usually found in rural areas or on a ship.
- We stayed in a cozy cabin by the lake during the vacation.
- Cabinet (n): a piece of furniture with doors and shelves used for storage.
- The kitchen cabinet was filled with spices and cooking utensils.
- Cable (n): a thick, strong wire used to support structures or transmit electricity.
- The internet went down because the cable was damaged during construction.
- Cafe/Café (n): a small restaurant where drinks and light meals are served.
- We met at a quaint café for coffee and conversation.
- Cafeteria (n): a self-service restaurant typically found in schools, offices, or hospitals.
- The students grabbed lunch from the cafeteria before heading to class.
- Cage (n): an enclosure made of bars or wires used to confine or protect animals.
- The bird chirped happily from inside its cage.
- Cake (n): a sweet baked dessert, typically made with flour, sugar, and eggs.
- She baked a delicious chocolate cake for the birthday party.
- Calculator (n): a device used for performing mathematical calculations.
- He used a calculator to check the complex math equations.
- Calendar (n): a system for organizing days, weeks, and months or a chart showing dates.
- She marked important dates on the wall calendar to stay organized.
- Calf (n): the young of a cow, or the muscle at the back of the lower leg.
- The farmer took care of the newborn calves on the farm.
- She injured her calf muscle during the run.
- Call (n & v): to make a sound or use a phone; the action of contacting someone by phone.
- I need to call my friend to confirm the meeting time.
- I missed your call while I was in a meeting.
- Call for (phr v): to require or demand something.
- This situation calls for immediate action by the team.
- Call in (phr v): to summon someone or make a telephone request.
- The company had to call in an expert to fix the technical issue.
- Calm (adj): peaceful, without agitation or excitement.
- She remained calm even during the stressful situation.
- Camel (n): a large mammal known for its ability to live in desert climates and store fat in its hump.
- The camel walked steadily across the hot desert.
- Camera (n): a device used for taking photographs or recording video.
- He brought his camera to capture beautiful memories of the trip.
- Camp (n & v): a place where people stay in tents or temporary shelters; to stay outdoors in a tent.
- We set up our camp near the river.
- They decided to camp in the forest for the weekend.
- Camping (n): the activity of staying outdoors in tents, usually for recreation.
- We love going camping during the summer holidays.
- Campsite (n): a place where people pitch tents or park campers.
- The campsite was surrounded by beautiful trees and had access to a lake.
- Can (n & mv): a container for liquids or food; used to express ability or permission.
- She drank a can of soda during the break.
- He can swim very well.
- Canal (n): a man-made waterway for boats or irrigation.
- They enjoyed a boat ride along the canal in the city.
- Cancel (v): to stop or call off something that was planned.
- Due to the storm, they had to cancel the outdoor event.
- Candidate (n): a person who is applying for a job or running in an election.
- She is the strongest candidate for the position of manager.
- Candle (n): a stick of wax with a wick that burns to provide light.
- They lit a candle to create a cozy atmosphere in the room.
- Candy (n): a sweet confection made from sugar.
- The children were excited to receive their favorite candy at the party.
- Canteen (n): a place where food and drinks are served, especially in schools or workplaces.
- The office canteen serves delicious meals at lunchtime.
- Cap (n): a soft hat with a visor, often worn for casual or sporting purposes.
- He wore a baseball cap to shield his eyes from the sun.
- Capital (adj & n): relating to wealth or assets; the city where a government is located.
- Investors provided capital to start the new business.
- Paris is the capital of France.
- Captain (n): the leader of a team or the person in command of a ship or aircraft.
- The captain of the soccer team motivated everyone before the match.
- Car (n): a road vehicle with four wheels, typically powered by an engine.
- They drove their new car on a scenic road trip.
- Card (n): a piece of thick paper used for writing messages, or a small plastic item used for payment.
- She sent him a birthday card with a heartfelt message.
- Cardboard (adj & n): made of thick, stiff paper; material used for packaging.
- The boxes were made of cardboard and easy to fold.
- They packed the items carefully in a cardboard box.
- Care (n & v): the attention or concern for something; to look after or take responsibility.
- She takes great care of her plants.
- I care deeply about the well-being of my family.
- Career (n): a profession or occupation pursued over a long period.
- He built a successful career in the field of engineering.
- Careful (adj): paying attention to avoid mistakes or harm.
- Be careful when crossing the busy street.
- Carefully (adv): in a cautious or attentive manner.
- She carefully read the instructions before starting the project.
- Careless (adj): lacking attention or concern, leading to mistakes.
- His careless driving caused a minor accident on the road.
- Car park (n): (Br Eng) a place where vehicles are parked; (Am Eng: parking lot).
- We found a space in the car park near the shopping mall.
- Carpet (n): a thick woven fabric used as a floor covering.
- The living room has a soft carpet that feels comfortable underfoot.
- Carrot (n): an orange root vegetable, typically eaten raw or cooked.
- She sliced a carrot to add to the salad.
- Carry (v): to hold and transport something from one place to another.
- He offered to carry the heavy box to the car.
- Carry on (phr v): to continue doing something.
- Despite the challenges, they decided to carry on with the project.
- Carry out (phr v): to perform or complete a task or action.
- They plan to carry out the experiment tomorrow morning.
- Cartoon (n): a simple drawing or animated film, often humorous or for children.
- The kids were watching their favorite cartoon on TV.
- Case (n): an instance or example of something, or a container for carrying items.
- This is a rare case of a disease that doctors are still studying.
- He kept his tools in a sturdy case for protection.
- Cash (n): money in the form of coins or paper notes.
- She paid for the groceries with cash instead of using a card.
- Cashpoint (n): (Br Eng) a machine for withdrawing cash from a bank account (Am Eng: ATM).
- I need to stop by the cashpoint to withdraw some money.
- Castle (n): a large fortified building, often from the medieval period.
- They visited an ancient castle during their vacation in Scotland.
- Casual (adj): relaxed, informal, or not planned.
- He wore casual clothes to the party, which had a laid-back atmosphere.
- Cat (n): a small domesticated mammal known for its agility and independence.
- The cat curled up on the sofa and fell asleep.
- Catch (v): to capture or grab something, usually in motion.
- He managed to catch the ball just before it hit the ground.
- Cathedral (n): a large and important church, typically the seat of a bishop.
- They admired the stunning architecture of the cathedral in the city center.
- Cattle (n): large domesticated animals raised for milk or meat.
- The farmer owned a herd of cattle that grazed in the field.
- Cave (n): a large, natural underground chamber.
- They explored the dark cave, amazed by the rock formations.
- CD (n): a compact disc used for storing data or music.
- He played his favorite album on a CD during the road trip.
- CD player (n): a device for playing compact discs.
- She turned on the CD player to listen to her favorite songs.
- CD-Rom (n): a compact disc used to store data that can be read by a computer.
- The old computer still had a CD-Rom drive for installing software.
- Ceiling (n): the upper surface of a room.
- The room felt larger because of the high ceiling.
- Celebrate (v): to mark a special occasion with festivities or activities.
- They plan to celebrate their anniversary with a special dinner.
- Celebration (n): an event held in honor of a special occasion.
- The celebration for her graduation was full of joy and excitement.
- Celebrity (n): a famous person, especially in entertainment or sports.
- The celebrity was surrounded by fans eager for autographs.
- Cell phone (n): a portable telephone device (also called a mobile phone).
- She answered the call on her cell phone while walking.
- Cent (n): a unit of currency equal to one-hundredth of a dollar.
- The price of the candy was only fifty cents.
- Centimetre/Centimeter (n): a unit of length equal to one-hundredth of a meter.
- The height of the plant was measured in centimeters.
- Central (adj): located in the middle or important.
- The city has a central park that is popular for afternoon walks.
- Central heating (n): a system for warming a building using heat generated in a central source.
- During winter, the house stayed warm thanks to the central heating.
- Centre/Center (n): the middle point of something or a place for a particular activity.
- The mall is located in the city center, surrounded by shops.
- Century (n): a period of 100 years.
- The castle was built over five centuries ago.
- Cereal (n): a grain used for food, often eaten with milk for breakfast.
- He had a bowl of cereal and milk for breakfast.
- Ceremony (n): a formal event, often to mark an important occasion.
- The graduation ceremony was attended by hundreds of students and their families.
- Certain (adj): sure or confident about something.
- She was certain that she had locked the door before leaving.
- Certainly (not) (adv): without doubt; surely (used for emphasis or denial).
- I will certainly attend the meeting tomorrow.
- That is certainly not the correct answer.
- Certificate (n): an official document confirming something.
- She received a certificate for completing the course successfully.
- Chain (n): a series of linked metal rings or a sequence of things.
- He wore a gold chain around his neck as a gift from his parents.
- Chair (n): a piece of furniture designed to sit on, with a back and legs.
- She pulled out a chair and sat down at the dinner table.
- Challenge (n): a difficult task or problem that requires effort to solve.
- Climbing the mountain was a real challenge, but they succeeded.
- Challenging (adj): difficult but stimulating or rewarding.
- The project was challenging, but it helped her learn new skills.
- Champion (n): the winner of a competition or contest.
- The athlete was crowned the world champion after a thrilling match.
- Championship (n): a competition to determine the best in a particular field or sport.
- They are competing in the national basketball championship this weekend.
- Chance (n): an opportunity or a possibility.
- He took a chance and applied for the job, even though he wasn’t sure he would get it.
- Change (n & v): to make something different; the process of becoming different.
- I need to change my clothes before the party.
- The sudden change in the weather took everyone by surprise.
- Changing room (n): a room where people change clothes, usually in a public place.
- The athletes gathered in the changing room before the game.
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- Channel (n): a television or radio station or a passage for water.
- She switched the TV to her favorite channel for the news.
- The river flowed through a narrow channel between the mountains.
- Chapter (n): a division of a book or a period in life.
- She finished reading the first chapter of the novel before bed.
- Character (n): a person in a story, or the qualities that define someone.
- The main character in the movie was very relatable.
- Charge (n & v): the price asked for goods or services; to demand or ask for payment.
- There was no charge for the delivery service.
- They will charge us extra if we ask for a faster shipping option.
- Charity (n): an organization or effort to help people in need.
- The company donates a percentage of its profits to charity every year.
- Charming (adj): pleasant, attractive, or enchanting.
- He has a charming smile that brightens everyone’s day.
- Chat (n): an informal conversation.
- They had a quick chat over coffee about their weekend plans.
- Chatroom (n): an online platform where people can communicate in real-time.
- She joined a chatroom to discuss her favorite books with others.
- Chat show (n): (Br Eng) a television program where guests are interviewed (Am Eng: talk show).
- The chat show host asked the celebrity some interesting questions.
- Cheap (adj): costing little money; inexpensive.
- The store sells cheap souvenirs that are perfect for tourists.
- Cheat (v): to act dishonestly or unfairly to gain an advantage.
- He tried to cheat on the test by looking at someone else’s paper.
- Check (n & v): to examine or verify something; the act of reviewing.
- Please check your work before submitting it.
- A routine check of the car’s engine revealed no issues.
- Check in (phr v): to register at a hotel or airport.
- We need to check in at the hotel by 3 p.m.
- Check-in (n): the process of registering at a hotel or airport.
- The airport check-in was smooth and quick.
- Check out (phr v): to pay the bill and leave a hotel; to look at something interesting.
- We need to check out of the hotel by noon.
- You should check out that new restaurant downtown.
- Checkout (n): the point where you pay for items in a store.
- She placed her groceries on the checkout counter to pay.
- Cheek (n): the part of the face below the eye.
- He felt the warmth of the sun on his cheek as he walked outside.
- Cheerful (adj): happy and showing good spirits.
- She always has a cheerful smile when greeting customers.
- Cheers! (exclam): an expression used when raising a glass to drink.
- They raised their glasses and shouted, “Cheers!” before drinking.
- Cheese (n): a dairy product made from curdled milk.
- The pizza was topped with melted cheese and fresh vegetables.
- Chef (n): a professional cook, especially in a restaurant.
- The chef prepared a delicious five-course meal for the guests.
- Chemist (n): a person trained in chemistry or a pharmacist.
- She went to the chemist to get her prescription filled.
- Chemistry (n): the science of substances and how they interact.
- In school, they learned about the basics of chemistry through experiments.
- Cheque (n): (Br Eng) a written order directing a bank to pay money (Am Eng: check).
- He wrote a cheque to pay for his rent this month.
- Chess (n): a strategic board game for two players.
- They played a competitive game of chess after dinner.
- Chest of drawers (n): a piece of furniture with drawers for storing clothes.
- She placed her folded clothes neatly in the chest of drawers.
- Chicken (n): a domesticated bird raised for its eggs and meat.
- For dinner, they had grilled chicken with rice and vegetables.
- Child (n): a young human being.
- The child was excited to visit the amusement park for the first time.
- Childhood (n): the time when someone is a child.
- His childhood was filled with happy memories of playing in the garden.
- Chilli (n): a small, spicy pepper used in cooking.
- She added some chilli to the soup to give it a bit of heat.
- Chin (n): the lower part of the face, below the mouth.
- He rested his chin on his hand as he thought about the problem.
- Chip (n): a thin, crisp slice of potato or a small piece of something.
- They shared a bag of chips while watching the movie.
- Chocolate (n): a sweet food made from roasted cocoa beans.
- She loves to snack on chocolate when she’s feeling tired.
- Choice (n): an option or decision.
- The restaurant offers a wide choice of dishes for vegetarians.
- Choose (v): to pick or select from a number of options.
- He had to choose between going to the movies or staying home to study.
- Cinema (n): a place where movies are shown (Am Eng: movie theater).
- They went to the cinema to watch the latest action film.
- Circle (n): a round shape where all points are equidistant from the center.
- The students sat in a circle during the group discussion.
- Circus (n): a traveling show with acrobats, clowns, and animals.
- The circus came to town and everyone was excited to see the performances.
- City (n): a large town with many buildings, people, and services.
- She moved to the city to find better job opportunities.
- Clap (v): to strike the hands together to make a sound, often in applause.
- The audience began to clap after the performer finished her song.
- Class (n): a group of students taught together or a session of teaching.
- She attended her English class every Monday and Wednesday.
- Classical (adj): relating to ancient Greek or Roman culture, or traditional music.
- He enjoys listening to classical music when he wants to relax.
- Classmate (n): a fellow student in the same class.
- He met his best friend when they were classmates in high school.
- Classroom (n): a room where lessons are taught in a school.
- The teacher decorated the classroom with colorful posters.
- Clean (adj & v): free from dirt; to remove dirt or impurities.
- The kitchen was spotless and clean after they finished washing the dishes.
- He needs to clean his room before guests arrive.
- Cleaner (n): a person whose job is to clean or a substance used for cleaning.
- The cleaner comes to the office twice a week to tidy up.
- Clear (adj & v): easy to see or understand; to remove obstacles or doubts.
- The instructions were very clear, so no one had any questions.
- They needed to clear the road after the storm caused damage.
- Clearly (adv): in a way that is easy to understand.
- She spoke clearly, so everyone could follow her explanation.
- Clever (adj): quick to learn or think; intelligent.
- The clever student solved the math problem in just a few minutes.
- Click (n & v): a short, sharp sound; to press a button on a computer mouse.
- With a click, the door unlocked.
- He clicked on the link to open the webpage.
- Cliff (n): a steep rock face, often by the sea.
- They stood at the edge of the cliff, admiring the view of the ocean below.
- Climate (n): the weather conditions in a particular region over time.
- The region has a tropical climate, with hot and humid weather all year round.
- Climb (v): to go upward, often using hands and feet.
- They decided to climb the mountain to see the sunrise from the top.
- Climbing (n): the activity of going up something, such as a mountain or ladder.
- Climbing can be a challenging but rewarding hobby.
- Clinic (n): a place where medical treatment or advice is given.
- She went to the local clinic for a routine check-up.
- Clock (n): a device that shows the time.
- The clock on the wall showed that it was already 8 a.m.
- Close (adj, adv & v): near in space or time; to shut.
- She lives very close to her office, so she can walk to work.
- Please close the door when you leave the room.
- Closed (adj): not open or available.
- The store was closed for renovations until next week.
- Clothes (n): garments worn on the body.
- She bought new clothes for the upcoming summer season.
- Cloud (n): a mass of condensed water vapor in the sky.
- A dark cloud covered the sun, signaling that rain was coming.
- Cloudy (adj): covered with clouds; not clear.
- The sky was cloudy, and it looked like it might rain.
- Clown (n): a performer, usually in a circus, known for wearing makeup and funny costumes.
- The clown made everyone laugh with his silly antics.
- Club (n): a group of people with a common interest or a place for socializing.
- He joined the photography club to meet others who share his passion.
- Coach (n): a person who trains or instructs athletes or a large bus for long journeys.
- The football coach was known for motivating his players to do their best.
- Coast (n): the land along the edge of the sea.
- They spent the weekend relaxing by the coast, enjoying the sea breeze.
- Coat (n): an outer garment worn for warmth.
- She wore a thick coat to protect herself from the cold weather.
- Coconut (n): a large fruit with a hard shell, containing sweet white flesh and liquid.
- The refreshing water inside the coconut was perfect for a hot day.
- Cod (n): a type of fish often eaten as food.
- He ordered grilled cod with a side of vegetables at the restaurant.
- Coffee (n): a beverage made from roasted coffee beans.
- She drank a cup of coffee every morning to wake up.
- Coin (n): a small, flat piece of metal used as money.
- He tossed a coin into the fountain and made a wish.
- Cola (n): a type of carbonated soft drink.
- They ordered a pizza and shared a large bottle of cola.
- Cold (adj & n): having a low temperature; a common illness.
- It was so cold outside that she wore a scarf and gloves.
- He stayed home from work because he had a cold.
- Collar (n): the part of a garment that encircles the neck.
- The collar of his shirt was neatly pressed and folded.
- Colleague (n): a person you work with.
- She invited her colleague to join her for lunch after the meeting.
- Collect (v): to gather or bring together.
- He loves to collect rare coins from around the world.
- Collection (n): a group of items gathered together, often for display.
- Her art collection includes paintings from many famous artists.
- College (n): an institution of higher education offering degrees.
- He plans to attend college next year to study engineering.
- Colour (n & v): the visual perception of hue; to add hue to something.
- The walls were painted a bright colour to lighten the room.
- She likes to colour in her sketchbook during her free time.
- Colourful (adj): full of color; having bright or varied hues.
- The garden was filled with colourful flowers in every shade imaginable.
- Comb (n & v): a tool used to untangle or style hair; to use a comb.
- He used a comb to smooth out his hair before the interview.
- She had to comb her hair quickly before leaving the house.
- Come (v): to move toward or arrive at a place.
- He asked her to come to the meeting at 10 a.m.
- Comedy (n): a genre of entertainment meant to make people laugh.
- They watched a comedy movie and laughed the whole time.
- Come on (phr v): used to encourage or urge someone.
- Come on, we’re going to be late if we don’t leave now.
- Comfort (n): a state of physical ease and freedom from pain.
- She found comfort in talking to her friend about her problems.
Words Starts With Letter C
- Comfortable (adj): feeling at ease or relaxed.
- The new sofa is so comfortable that I could sit on it all day.
- Comic (adj & n): funny or relating to comedy; a comic book.
- The comic performance had everyone laughing.
- He loves reading comics about superheroes.
- Comma (n): a punctuation mark (,) used to indicate a pause in a sentence.
- Don’t forget to add a comma before the conjunction in a sentence.
- Common (adj): found frequently; usual or shared by many.
- It’s common for people to feel nervous before a big presentation.
- Communicate (v): to share or exchange information or ideas.
- They use email to communicate with their clients.
- Communication (n): the process of sharing information or ideas.
- Good communication is essential in any team environment.
- Company (n): a business or organization; being with others.
- He works for a technology company in New York.
- She enjoys the company of her friends on weekends.
- Compare (v): to examine the similarities and differences between things.
- He likes to compare prices before making a purchase.
- Compete (v): to strive against others to win something.
- Athletes from all over the world will compete in the Olympic Games.
- Competition (n): a contest or rivalry between people or teams.
- The competition was fierce, but she managed to win first place.
- Competitor (n): someone who takes part in a competition.
- Each competitor gave their best performance during the race.
- Complain (v): to express dissatisfaction or annoyance.
- He always complains about the long hours at work.
- Complaint (n): a statement expressing dissatisfaction.
- She filed a complaint with customer service about the faulty product.
- Complete (adj & v): having all parts; to finish something.
- The project is finally complete after months of work.
- They plan to complete the assignment by the end of the week.
- Complicated (adj): difficult to understand or deal with.
- The instructions were so complicated that no one could follow them.
- Composition (n): the makeup of something; a piece of writing.
- The chemical composition of water is H2O.
- She wrote a short composition on her favorite book for school.
- Computer (n): an electronic device used for processing data.
- He spends hours each day working on his computer.
- Concentrate (v): to focus attention or mental effort on something.
- She needed a quiet space to concentrate on her studies.
- Concert (n): a live music performance in front of an audience.
- They are going to a rock concert this weekend.
- Conclusion (n): the final part or outcome of something.
- The conclusion of the meeting was that they would start the project next week.
- Condition (n): the state of something or the circumstances affecting it.
- The car is in excellent condition despite being over ten years old.
- Conference (n): a formal meeting for discussion, typically on a specific subject.
- He attended a conference on climate change in Paris.
- Confident (adj): feeling sure of oneself and one’s abilities.
- She feels confident about giving her presentation tomorrow.
- Confirm (v): to establish the truth or accuracy of something.
- Please confirm your attendance for the event by the end of the day.
- Confused (adj): unable to think clearly or understand something.
- He felt confused by the complicated instructions.
- Confusing (adj): difficult to understand or causing confusion.
- The directions were confusing, and many people got lost.
- Congratulations! (exclam): used to express praise for someone’s success.
- Congratulations on winning the competition!
- Connect (v): to join or link things together.
- They used a bridge to connect the two cities.
- Connection (n): a link or relationship between things or people.
- There’s a strong connection between exercise and mental health.
- Consider (v): to think carefully about something.
- He needs time to consider the offer before making a decision.
- Consist (v): to be made up or composed of.
- The team consists of five members from different countries.
- Consonant (n): a speech sound made by partially or completely blocking the airflow (e.g., b, c, d).
- In English, the letter ‘b’ is a consonant.
- Contact (n & v): communication or connection; to communicate with.
- She lost contact with her old school friends.
- You can contact me by email or phone.
- Contain (v): to hold or include something.
- The box contains all the tools you’ll need for the project.
- Contents (n): the things contained in something.
- He emptied the contents of his bag onto the table.
- Contest (n): a competition where people try to win.
- She entered a poetry contest and won first place.
- Continent (n): one of the earth’s main landmasses (e.g., Africa, Asia).
- Europe is the second smallest continent in the world.
- Continue (v): to go on or keep doing something.
- Despite the rain, they decided to continue with their hike.
- Contract (n): a legal agreement between parties.
- He signed a contract with the company for a year-long project.
- Control (n & v): the power to direct something; to manage or regulate.
- The remote gave him control over the TV.
- She tried to control her emotions during the stressful meeting.
- Convenient (adj): fitting in well with one’s needs or plans.
- The new grocery store is very convenient because it’s close to my house.
- Conversation (n): a spoken exchange of thoughts, opinions, or ideas.
- They had an interesting conversation about politics over dinner.
- Convince (v): to persuade someone to believe or do something.
- He tried to convince her to join the club, but she wasn’t interested.
- Cook (n & v): someone who prepares food; to prepare food by heating.
- The cook at the restaurant is famous for his delicious meals.
- She loves to cook pasta dishes for her family.
- Cooker (n): a device for cooking food (Br Eng) (Am Eng: stove).
- The cooker has several burners and an oven for baking.
- Cookie (n): (Am Eng) a small, sweet baked treat (Br Eng: biscuit).
- She baked a batch of chocolate chip cookies for her friends.
- Cooking (n): the practice or skill of preparing food.
- He’s taking a cooking class to learn how to make Italian dishes.
- Cool (adj, exclam & v): somewhat cold; used to express approval; to become or make less warm.
- The weather was pleasantly cool after the rain.
- “That new bike is so cool!” he exclaimed.
- Leave the cake to cool before serving.
- Copy (n & v): a reproduction of something; to reproduce or imitate.
- She made a copy of the document for her records.
- He copied the file onto his computer.
- Corn (n): a cereal plant grown for its grain.
- They grew corn in their garden and harvested it in the fall.
- Corner (n): the point where two sides meet, especially in a room or street.
- The bakery is located on the corner of Main Street.
- Correct (adj): free from errors or faults.
- She made sure all her answers were correct on the test.
- Correction (n): a change that fixes a mistake.
- The teacher made a correction to the student’s spelling.
- Cost (n & v): the amount of money required; to require payment.
- The cost of the trip was higher than expected.
- It will cost you $50 to attend the concert.
- Costume (n): clothing worn for a special occasion or performance.
- She dressed up in a witch’s costume for Halloween.
- Cosy (adj): giving a feeling of comfort and warmth.
- The living room was cosy with its soft blankets and warm lighting.
- Cottage (n): a small house, usually in the countryside.
- They rented a charming cottage for their vacation by the lake.
- Cotton (n): a soft, white fiber used to make fabrics.
- The shirt was made from 100% cotton, making it very comfortable.
- Cough (n & v): a sudden, noisy expulsion of air from the lungs; to make this sound.
- She had a persistent cough that lasted for weeks.
- He had to cough several times during the meeting due to his cold.
- Could (mv): used to indicate past ability or a polite suggestion.
- When I was younger, I could run a mile in under six minutes.
- Could you please help me with this problem?
- Count (v): to determine the total number of something.
- She needed to count the number of chairs before the guests arrived.
- Country (n): a nation with its own government and borders; rural areas.
- The country has a rich history and beautiful landscapes.
- He prefers living in the country rather than the city.
- Countryside (n): rural areas outside of cities and towns.
- They enjoyed a peaceful walk through the countryside.
- Couple (n): two people who are married or in a romantic relationship.
- The couple celebrated their anniversary with a special dinner.
- Courage (n): the ability to confront fear or adversity.
- It took a lot of courage for her to speak in front of the large audience.
- Course (n): a series of classes or lectures on a particular subject; a path or route.
- She signed up for a course in graphic design at the local college.
- The race course was marked out with bright flags.
- Court (n): a place where legal cases are heard; or the area where sports like tennis are played.
- The court decided in favor of the plaintiff.
- They played a tennis match at the local court.
- Cousin (n): the child of one’s uncle or aunt.
- My cousin and I used to play together every summer.
- Cover (n & v): something that protects or hides; to place something over something else.
- She used a cover to protect the sofa from spills.
- Please cover the pot with a lid while it cooks.
- Cow (n): a large domesticated animal raised for milk or meat.
- The cow grazed peacefully in the field.
- Crash (n & v): a sudden, violent collision; to collide forcefully.
- There was a loud crash when the two cars collided.
- The car crashed into the barrier on the highway.
- Crazy (adj): extremely enthusiastic or mentally deranged.
- She has a crazy idea for a new business venture.
- The crowd went crazy during the concert.
- Cream (adj & n): a thick, soft substance made from milk; light yellowish color.
- She added a dollop of cream to her coffee.
- The walls were painted a soft cream color.
- Create (v): to bring something into existence.
- He wants to create a new app that helps people track their fitness.
- Creative (adj): having the ability to create new ideas or things.
- She came up with a creative solution to the problem.
- Creature (n): a living being, especially an animal.
- They discovered a strange creature in the depths of the ocean.
- Credit (n): the acknowledgment of someone’s work or the ability to borrow money.
- She received credit for her contribution to the project.
- He used his credit to buy a new car.
- Credit card (n): a plastic card used for financial transactions.
- He paid for the dinner with his credit card.
- Crew (n): a group of people working together, especially on a ship or aircraft.
- The film crew worked late into the night to finish the shoot.
- Cricket (n): a sport played with a bat and ball between two teams of eleven players.
- They watched the cricket match at the stadium.
- Crime (n): an illegal act punishable by law.
- The crime rate has decreased in the city over the past year.
- Criminal (n): a person who commits a crime.
- The police were searching for the criminal responsible for the robbery.
- Crop (n): cultivated plants or agricultural produce.
- The farmer harvested the crop of wheat in the fall.
- Cross (n & v): a shape formed by two intersecting lines; to go from one side to the other.
- The cross was displayed prominently in the church.
- They had to cross the street to get to the park.
- Crossing (n): a place where roads or paths intersect; a point where something is crossed.
- The pedestrian crossing was marked with bright stripes.
- Cross out (phr v): to draw a line through something to indicate it is incorrect or not needed.
- She had to cross out the wrong answers on the test.
- Crossroads (n): an intersection of roads; a critical point in a situation.
- They stopped at the crossroads to decide which way to go.
- He felt he was at a crossroads in his career.
- Crowd (n): a large group of people gathered together.
- The crowd cheered loudly as the team entered the stadium.
- Crowded (adj): filled with many people or things.
- The subway was extremely crowded during rush hour.
- Cruel (adj): causing pain or suffering without pity.
- The dictator was known for his cruel treatment of prisoners.
- Cruise (n): a vacation on a ship or boat.
- They went on a Mediterranean cruise for their honeymoon.
- Cry (n & v): to make a sound of distress or pain; a sound made when crying.
- The baby’s cry was heard throughout the house.
- She couldn’t help but cry when she heard the sad news.
- Cucumber (n): a green vegetable used in salads and cooking.
- She added slices of cucumber to the salad for extra crunch.
- Cultural (adj): relating to the ideas, customs, and social behavior of a society.
- They explored the cultural heritage of the country through its festivals.
- Culture (n): the arts, customs, and social behavior of a particular nation or people.
- The museum offered insights into the ancient culture of the region.
- Cup (n): a small container used for drinking liquids.
- She enjoyed a hot cup of tea in the morning.
- Cupboard (n): a piece of furniture used for storing dishes or food.
- The cupboard in the kitchen was filled with various spices.
- Cure (n & v): a treatment that restores health; to make someone well again.
- The doctor prescribed a new cure for the illness.
- They hope to cure the disease with advanced research.
- Curious (adj): eager to know or learn something.
- She was curious about the new neighbor’s background.
- Curiously (adv): in a way that shows a strong desire to know or learn something.
- He looked at the strange object curiously to figure out what it was.
- Curly (adj): having curls or waves.
- She wore her hair curly for the party.
- Currency (n): the system of money used in a particular country.
- The exchange rate for the local currency has fluctuated this week.
- Curriculum (n): the subjects comprising a course of study in a school or college.
- The school’s curriculum includes both academic and artistic subjects.
- Curry (n): a spicy dish made with meat or vegetables and often served with rice.
- They enjoyed a flavorful curry for dinner.
- Curtain (n): a piece of cloth used to cover or decorate a window or stage.
- She pulled the curtain aside to let in the sunlight.
- Cushion (n): a soft pad used for sitting or resting.
- The cushion on the chair made it much more comfortable.
- Custom (n): a traditional practice or usual way of doing something.
- It is a custom to exchange gifts during the holiday season.
- Customer (n): a person who buys goods or services.
- The customer complained about the long wait for their order.
- Customs (n pi): the official procedures for checking goods and people entering a country.
- They had to declare their items at customs when arriving at the airport.
- Cut (n & v): an incision or wound; to make an incision or remove something with a sharp instrument.
- He had a small cut on his finger from the broken glass.
- She will cut the paper into smaller pieces.
- Cute (adj): attractive in a pretty or endearing way.
- The puppy was absolutely cute and loved by everyone.
- Cut up (phr v): to cut something into smaller pieces.
- She decided to cut up the vegetables for the salad.
- CV (Curriculum Vitae) (n): a detailed document highlighting one’s professional and educational history.
- She updated her CV before applying for the new job.
- Cycle (n & v): a series of events that are regularly repeated; to ride a bicycle.
- The cycle of seasons changes from winter to spring.
- He likes to cycle through the park every morning.
- Cycling (n): the activity of riding a bicycle.
- Cycling is a great way to stay fit and explore the outdoors.
- Cyclist (n): a person who rides a bicycle.
- The cyclist wore a helmet and padded clothing for safety.
Words List Starts With Letter C
So these are the 293 English words that are important to share with you that start with the letter C. The above-listed words are very important in our daily lives when we need to communicate with someone in English. After learning and practicing these words, you’ll be able to speak English confidently. You can download the PDF book of these listed words after clicking on the below link:
English-Words-Starts-With-Letter-C.pdf
