The ‘loo’ is very common in the UK & Ireland, and is a safe and polite way to say toilet.
How do you politely ask for a toilet?
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- ‘Could you tell me where the bathroom is please’ ‘Where are the toilets please? ‘
- ‘Excuse me but where is the loo? ‘ ‘I’m just going for a patter on the porcelain’
- ‘Could you tell me where the restroom is please? ‘
How do they say toilet in UK?
Loo. Despite being a very British word for toilet, ‘loo’ is actually derived from the French phrase ‘guardez l’eau’, which means ‘watch out for the water’.
How do you ask for a bathroom UK?
“Toilet”, “lavatory” or “loo” for polite society.
What can I say instead of toilet?
- latrine.
- lavatory.
- outhouse.
- restroom.
- can.
- commode.
- head.
- john.
What is the most polite way to say toilet?
Lavatory
‘Lavatory‘ is a good option for people looking for a very formal word to use in very formal occasions.
How do you ask for the toilet in London?
In France the practice was preceded by “garde a l’eau!” (“watch out for the water!”). In England, this phrase was Anglicised, first to “gardy-loo!”, then just “loo”, and eventually came to mean the toilet/lavatory itself. The American word for toilet, “john”, is called after the John Harington mentioned above.
Do the British say restroom?
As with many English words, some are common in American English and others are common in British English. However, words such as: bathroom, ladies room, men’s room and restroom are common to both. On most airlines, the toilet is referred to as “the lavatory”.
Which is more polite loo or toilet?
Toilet. This was on the original 1950s list and, to be honest, I’d rather chew glass than use the word toilet in polite conversation. It’s a harsh word that was adapted from the French toilette which means your appearance, hence toiletries bag. Lavatory or loo is much more acceptable.
Can teachers refuse to let you go to the toilet?
This is considered abuse. Abuse is illegal. Therefore, refusing to allow a child to go to the bathroom is illegal. Is it legal for teachers to take away students’ phones if they find inappropriate content on it during class time?
What is slang for toilet?
commode. crapper (coarse slang) crapper trapper (coarse slang, rare) devil’s back roads (slang, rare) dunny (AU&NZ, slang)
Is it polite to say I need to pee?
I HAVE TO PEE
This is an informal way of saying you have to use the toilet. Using the word ‘pee’, however, could be considered a little impolite.
Can I go to the toilet grammatically correct?
It is grammatically correct. But it’s meaning is not what you intend. “Can” indicates capability. Your question therefore is asking if you are capable of going to the toilet.
Can you be refused to use a toilet UK?
Your employees’ toilet break rights
Your staff may wonder, “Can employers stop you going to the toilet?” And, no, you can’t. However, they’ll likely need to use a toilet at some part of the working day. And will need the appropriate facilities, and allowances, to do this.
Why do Brits say toilet?
The British started using “toilet” as a euphemism for bog or bog house, and at the time they did this, the word “toilet” did not refer to a plumbing fixture at all, but to a small room where ladies would finish dressing. It’s from the French toilette.
What do Brits call Showers?
And there is also a small sink in the loo, so we can brush our teeth there if we want. Footnote: Take a bath is American English. In British English we have a bath / shower.
Can teachers stop you from going to the bathroom UK?
Yes, schools can stop pupils from using toilets during lessons and often do as a way of dealing with disruptive behaviour by some pupils. Unfortunately, we are not aware of any legislation or government guidance stating that schools cannot lock toilets during lessons or at other times of the day.
Can teachers keep you after the bell?
It is actually legal to keep students after the bell. There are no direct laws against keeping people in class after the bell rings. Also, your school’s policy or regulations can specifically say different rules about the bell. However, teachers must be careful not to abuse their power to keep students after the bell.
What to do if your teacher says you can’t use the bathroom?
If it is an emergency, explain the situation to your teacher and ask to be excused. If your teacher says “yes,” hand them your pass to sign. Leave the room quietly, use the bathroom quickly, and reenter the room silently, If your teacher says “no” or “please wait a few moments,” ask again at a later time.
Can I go to toilet is correct?
No, but it is typical usage. Technically, the correct form is “May I go to the toilet.”
Is it polite to say toilet?
This was on the original 1950s list and, to be honest, I’d rather chew glass than use the word toilet in polite conversation. It’s a harsh word that was adapted from the French toilette which means your appearance, hence toiletries bag. Lavatory or loo is much more acceptable.