Japanese meaning of ……あんた、バカぁ？
Reading:
……あんた、ばかぁ？ (...Anta, baka?)
English Translation:
Are you stupid or something?
Neon Genesis Evangelion (新世紀エヴァンゲリオン) Asuka Langley Soryu (惣流・アスカ・ラングレー) Contempt Humor Insult Sarcasm
Scene & Cultural Context
Scene Context:
Asuka says this sarcastically, expressing annoyance at Shinji's cluelessness.
Cultural Context:
Using direct language to express frustration or closeness is common in casual Japanese.
アスカがシンジの鈍さにイライラして皮肉交じりに言う場面。
日本語の日常会話では、親しさや苛立ちを示すために率直な言葉を使うことが多い。
Grammar & Learning Points
Grammar Point
• あんた (anta) = casual "you"
• バカ (baka) = stupid/fool, often playful or annoyed rather than harsh
Trap for English Speakers
Learners may perceive "baka" as very harsh or offensive; in casual Japanese, it's often playful or mildly irritated.
Example
Basic Example
友人が傘を忘れてびしょ濡れに。「……あんた、バカぁ？」
“You forgot your umbrella and walked in the rain… Are you stupid or what?”