RTFM

English
"RTFM" used on a demotivational poster

Alternative forms

Initialism

RTFM

  1. (Internet slang) Read the fucking manual
  2. (Internet slang, Unix) Read the fucking man page

Usage notes
  • RTFM is used to express frustration at someone who asks questions to which the answers can be easily sought from another source, or in the saying "if at first you don't succeed, RTFM!".
  • Also bowdlerized as read the fine manual, read the friendly manual, or read the flamin' (or flaming, flipping, freaking, etc.) manual.

See also

Translations

French

Etymology

Back-formation from English RTFM.

Pronunciation
  • IPA(key): /ɛʁ te ɛf ɛm/

Initialism

RTFM

  1. Initialism of regarde ton foutu manuel. (look at your fucking manual)
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