This is the 10333rd most frequent Japanese word.
馬鹿
"馬鹿" (Baka) means "fool" or "idiot" in English.
The word '馬鹿' is used here to describe something absurd or nonsensical, highlighting the irrationality of the content being referenced.
彼の話を聞いて、なんて馬鹿なことを言っているのだろうと思った。
After listening to his story, I thought to myself, 'What foolish thing is he saying?'
Here, '馬鹿' is utilized as an adjective directly addressing someone's lack of understanding or forethought, often colloquially or playfully.
あなたは本当に馬鹿ね。
You are truly foolish.
In this sentence, '馬鹿' is combined with 'みたい' to metaphorically compare excessive work behavior to foolishness, emphasizing impracticality.