Internet culture
SMH
Shaking my head: shorthand for disappointment, disbelief or disapproval.
In everyday use
“The link still goes to the old page. SMH.”
What to keep in mind
The tone can range from a joke to genuine annoyance.
Also searched as: shaking my head
Further reading
Original explanation and example by Perspectism. Further reading may cover the wider subject, rather than this exact wording. Edition updated 7 October 2026.
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