Five-letter position pattern
5 Letter Words with M as 2nd and S as 3rd Letter
Putting M second and S third gives a distinctive family of words, such as IMSHI and IMSHY. M in the second box follows S or a vowel, as in SM, AM and EM openings. S in the third box often sits between a vowel and T, or doubles in words like ISSUE.
4matching five-letter words
Five-letter words with M in the 2nd and S in the 3rd position
- amsel
- imshi
- imshy
- umset
What the Words Have in Common
The words that fit are IMSHI and IMSHY. A few of these entries are rarer words that mostly appear in Scrabble and other word games, so check them against your word list.
Useful five-letter words
IMSHI and IMSHY are the entries you are most likely to meet.
- IMSHI
- IMSHY
Reading the Letter Pair
M and S are both consonants, so the open boxes usually carry the vowels, as in IMSHI and IMSHY.
Quick Strategy for This Pattern
With so few words to choose from, you can test them one by one, starting with IMSHI. The fixed M and S do a lot of the work, so spend your guesses on the three open boxes. For a wider view, see 5 letter words with M as the 2nd letter and 5 letter words with S as the 3rd letter.
Scrabble and Other Word Games
In Scrabble, M is worth three points and S is worth one point. Words like IMSHI and IMSHY are handy to remember when you hold both of these letters.
Frequently asked questions
What should I guess first for this pattern
IMSHI is a strong first choice, because it is a familiar word that also tests H and I in the three open boxes.
What are some common 5 letter words with M as 2nd and S as 3rd letter
IMSHI and IMSHY are among the best known.
What does M as the second letter tell me
M in the second box follows S or a vowel, as in SM, AM and EM openings. IMSHI is a good example.