Basic Insults · Japanese
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Japanese · 日本語
Translation
ばか
Romanization
Baka
Pronunciation
bah-kah
When to use it
Use this carefully. It can offend people and is included so learners understand meaning, tone, and risk. In Japanese, tone and relationship matter; when unsure, choose a polite version or soften your delivery.
Example
ばか — a risky phrase that can escalate a conversation for "idiot".
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FAQ
You say "ばか" in Japanese. The romanized form is "Baka", and a simple pronunciation cue is "bah-kah".
This entry is marked as offensive. The usage note explains when the phrase is appropriate and when you should soften it.
Use "bah-kah" as a learner-friendly pronunciation cue. The romanization is "Baka".
Use this carefully. It can offend people and is included so learners understand meaning, tone, and risk. In Japanese, tone and relationship matter; when unsure, choose a polite version or soften your delivery.