Needless to say, these words can be confusing… and lead to some amusing situations abroad.
Expressions from around the world (sometimes very creative)
The word for toilet varies considerably across cultures:The word for toilet varies considerably across cultures:
In England: people often say “loo,” a colloquial but very common word.
In Canada: “toilet” remains widely used, but “bathroom” has also become the standard, even without a bathtub.
In Russia: they talk about a “windowless room”… even when there is one!
In Esperanto: it’s “necesejo,” literally “necessary place” (pretty cute, right?).
And if you’ve ever asked for the “toilet” at Disneyland and been directed to the laundromat… don’t worry, you’re not alone!
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