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Pronunciation / Transliteration: otearai
"すみません、お手洗いはどこですか？"
Comprehensive Definitions & Senses
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A room containing a toilet and sink, typically in a public building such as a restaurant, store, or theater.
"Excuse me, where is the nearest restroom?"
Linguistic Origin & Historical Etymology
The term 'restroom' originated in the United States in the late 19th century, combining 'rest' and 'room' to denote a space for relaxation and personal hygiene. It reflects a shift in societal norms towards more private and comfortable facilities for personal care.
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toilettes
Transliteration: twalet
"Où se trouvent les toilettes, s'il vous plaît ?"
Toilette
Transliteration: toyˈlɛtə
"Entschuldigung, wo ist die Toilette?"
bagno
Transliteration: ˈbaɲɲo
"Scusi, dov'è il bagno?"
baño
Transliteration: ˈbaɲo
"Disculpe, ¿dónde está el baño?"
banheiro
Transliteration: bɐ̃ˈjɐjɾu
"Com licença, onde fica o banheiro?"
शौचालय
Transliteration: shauchalay
"माफ़ कीजिए, शौचालय किधर है?"
卫生间
Transliteration: wèishēngjiān
"请问卫生间在哪里？"
화장실
Transliteration: hwajangsil
"실례합니다, 화장실이 어디에 있습니까?"
お手洗い
Transliteration: otearai
"すみません、お手洗いはどこですか？"
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