LUTES is a playable word

lute Scrabble® Dictionary

verb
luted, luting, lutes
to play a lute (a stringed musical instrument)
30 Playable Words can be made from "LUTES"
   2-Letter Words (6 found)
   3-Letter Words (12 found)
   4-Letter Words (10 found)
   5-Letter Words (2 found)