“Erm, what the sigma” is a humorous and sarcastic expression used to convey shock, confusion, or disbelief. The phrase merges "erm"—a filler word indicating hesitation or puzzlement—with "what the sigma," a playful reference to the concept of a "sigma male," which is often associated with a lone, self-reliant persona in popular culture. The term is meant to be taken in a tongue-in-cheek manner, adopting a tone similar to that of Squidward from SpongeBob SquarePants, known for his deadpan and exasperated reactions. This expression is used to mockingly elevate the level of bewilderment in a situation, adding a layer of ironic seriousness.
by Bazingaaaa August 14, 2024

Person 1:How are you doing dude?
Person 2:Skibidi Kai cenat, what about you?
Person 1:Erm what the sigma?
Person 2:Skibidi Kai cenat, what about you?
Person 1:Erm what the sigma?
by Brainrot General May 25, 2024

A whimsical and exaggerated way of saying excuse me. It's the kind of phrase you might use when you're trying to be deliberately over the top, like if you're playfully interrupting someone or reacting to something surprising.
by Cragnon July 16, 2024

by Theermwhatthesigmaguy June 12, 2024

by Black Carpenter Ant June 24, 2024

A disgusting word that demons and Caucasians use to protect themselves in the presence of strong, kind, attractive black men
by ChumpkinBumpkin June 18, 2022

When you are exteremley mad and your gen alpha side takes over and start saying brainrot terms as an evolution of Erm what da sigma. :3 this phrase is based off a meme
by kilo kilo no mi January 25, 2025
