How to say “where is the bathroom” in French

You say "où sont les toilettes ?" in French. The romanized form is "où sont les toilettes?", and a simple pronunciation cue is "oo son lay twah-let".

This entry is marked as polite. The usage note explains when the phrase is appropriate and when you should soften it.

Use "oo son lay twah-let" as a learner-friendly pronunciation cue. The romanization is "où sont les toilettes?".

Use this with staff, locals, drivers, or passersby while traveling. A polite tone is usually the safest choice. In French, tone and relationship matter; when unsure, choose a polite version or soften your delivery.