what is wtf

WTF is an acronym that stands for "what the fuck". It is a rude phrase used to express surprise, outrage, confusion, or bemusement. The acronym has been around since at least the 1980s in computer culture and has multiple meanings. The W in WTF can also stand for various other question words, such as "why the fuck," "where the fuck," "whatever the fuck," and "who the fuck". The phrase is considered vulgar and offensive, and its usage should be avoided in polite conversation.