Où sont les toilettes ?
Where is the restroom?
Language note: An essential phrase for travelers.
Culture note: Personal space is less common in these public areas.
Context: The tourist asks the waiter for directions to the restroom.
Word-by-Word Breakdown
Où
[oo]
Where are the toilets?
Inquiring about the location of restrooms.
"Où sont les toilettes ?" Je ne les trouve pas.
"Where are the toilets?" I can't find them.
sont
[sohn]
Where are the toilets?
Inquiring about the location of restrooms.
"Où sont les toilettes ?" Je ne les trouve pas.
"Where are the toilets?" I can't find them.
les
[lay]
Where are the toilets?
Inquiring about the location of restrooms.
"Où sont les toilettes ?" Je ne les trouve pas.
"Where are the toilets?" I can't find them.
toilettes
[twah-lett]
Where are the toilets?
Inquiring about the location of restrooms.
"Où sont les toilettes ?" Je ne les trouve pas.
"Where are the toilets?" I can't find them.
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