WDYM

As an Acronym (Internet Slang)

1. Short for “What do you mean?”, used in texting and online chats.
2. A way to ask for clarification or more details.

As Other Form

• WYM: A similar abbreviation meaning “What you mean?” (grammatically informal).

Word History

The abbreviation WDYM emerged in the early 2000s with the rise of texting and online messaging. It became widely used on social media platforms to quickly ask for clarification.

Examples

1. WDYM by “it’s complicated”?”
2. You said it’s canceled—WDYM?
3. WDYM when you say “it’s not working”?”

Synonyms

What do you mean, can you clarify, what are you saying, explain please

Related Words

IDK (I don’t know), LMK (Let me know), IMO (In my opinion)

Antonyms

(Not applicable, as it’s a question-based abbreviation)