Womp Womp is an onomatopoeic representation of a sad trombone sound effect historically used in game shows to signal failure or disappointment. In recent digital culture, it has evolved into a biting slang term used to mock someone's complaints or trivial misfortunes, essentially serving as a more aggressive version of 'too bad, so sad.' The phrase exploded in popularity on platforms like TikTok and Twitter, often appearing in videos where a user shares a personal struggle only to be met with a dismissive 'womp womp' response. While it can be used playfully between friends, it has also become a controversial tool in online discourse for shutting down serious arguments or expressing a lack of empathy toward someone's problems.