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wat

What does wat mean?

A deliberate misspelling of "what," used to express confusion or to mock a basic or absurd question, often alongside "wen."

"Tokenomics? Wat. Just tell me wen moon."

Origin

Internet meme typo of "what," common in crypto banter.

Frequently asked questions

What does wat mean?
Wat is a deliberate misspelling of "what," used to express confusion or to mock something absurd or overly basic.
Where does wat come from?
It's a long-running internet meme typo of "what," popularized by a well-known programming lightning talk and widely used in casual online banter.
What's the difference between wat and wut?
They're interchangeable meme spellings of "what." Both signal mock confusion; "wut" just uses a different vowel.
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