WTF is the abbreviation for English expression what the fuck, often used as a slang when someone doesn't understand something, for example.
This expression is considered rude, both in the English language and its translation into Portuguese. Usually, to avoid censorship, this sentence undergoes some changes such as What The Duck orWhat The *uck.
In Brazil, avoiding the use of profanity, the WTF would have a similar meaning to “what the hell is this?”, for example.
This term can still be the reaction someone has when they see or hear something absurd.
Example: "WTF! What did you say?!" ("What the hell is this?! What did you say?").
This acronym has become popular throughout the world, including in countries where English is not part of the mother tongue.
Responsible for the dissemination of this North American slang throughout the world is the internet. there are several memes created with the acronym WTF.
Learn more about the meaning of meme.
WTF can also be the acronym for World Taekwondo Federation, which means World Taekwondo Federation.
See also the meaning of LOL.