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SOUTH

5 letters · 1 syllable

S 1/1
O 1/1
U 1/2
T 1/1
H 4/3

Definition of SOUTH

SOUTH is a valid English word used in word games including Scrabble and Words With Friends. It is worth 8 points in Scrabble and 8 points in Words With Friends.

While a detailed definition is not currently available from our source, this word appears in official game dictionaries including the Tournament Word List (TWL) used in North American Scrabble and SOWPODS used in international Scrabble.

Word Details

Letters
5
Syllables
1
Scrabble
8
points
WWF
8
points

Is SOUTH a Scrabble Word?

Yes, SOUTH is a valid word in the following dictionaries:

Scrabble US (TWL) — 8 pts Scrabble UK (SOWPODS) — 8 pts Words With Friends — 8 pts

Tip: SOUTH uses 5 letters. Look for double or triple letter squares under high-value tiles to maximize your score.

Letter Values for SOUTH

Point breakdown for each letter in Scrabble and Words With Friends.

Letter south Total
Scrabble 11114 8
WWF 11213 8

Anagrams of SOUTH

Words made by rearranging the exact same 5 letters

How to Use SOUTH in Word Games

SOUTH is worth 8 points in Scrabble and 8 points in Words With Friends, making it a solid-scoring word.

Mid-length strategy: At 5 letters, SOUTH is versatile enough for both open board positions and tighter plays. Aim to place high-value letters on premium squares.

Looking for more words from these letters? Unscramble SOUTH to find 40 additional valid words.

Frequently Asked Questions About SOUTH

What does SOUTH mean?
SOUTH is a valid English word accepted in Scrabble US (TWL), Scrabble UK (SOWPODS), Words With Friends.
Is SOUTH a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, SOUTH is valid in Scrabble US (TWL) and valid in Scrabble UK (SOWPODS). It is worth 8 points in Scrabble.
How many points is SOUTH worth in Scrabble?
SOUTH is worth 8 points in Scrabble and 8 points in Words With Friends. It is a 5-letter word with 1 syllable.
How many words can you make from SOUTH?
You can make 40 words from the letters in SOUTH. The longest sub-words are 5 letters long. Use our word unscrambler to see the full list with point values.
What are the anagrams of SOUTH?
The anagrams of SOUTH (words using the exact same letters) are: HOUTS, SHOUT, THOUS. Each is a valid word in Scrabble.