What Does TMNT Stand For?

TMNT stands for Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles

TMNT, or Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles, is a popular media franchise created in 1984, centered around four anthropomorphic turtles named Leonardo, Michelangelo, Donatello, and Raphael. Trained in ninjitsu by their rat mentor Splinter, the turtles battle various villains and threats in New York City while promoting themes of teamwork, friendship, and perseverance. The franchise encompasses comic books, animated series, feature films, video games, and merchandise, appealing to audiences of all ages.