baño
everyday
In Mexico the restroom is the baño. On signs in restaurants, airports and malls you will often see sanitarios. The question you need is ¿Dónde está el baño? It is also called servicios.
Meaning: a public toilet (noun)
Ways to say it
| Mexican | Note |
|---|---|
| baño | everyday |
| sanitarios | signs |
| servicios | also used |
In most places baño is enough. Signs mark Hombres and Mujeres, or show the usual figures. Some public toilets charge a few pesos at the door.
Is it said differently in some regions?
The word aseo is more common in Spain, and servicios is understood in Mexico but less frequent than baño.
Did you know?
- Some public restrooms in Mexico charge a small fee, so it helps to carry a few coins.
Examples in context
- Disculpe, ¿dónde está el baño?Excuse me, where is the restroom?
- Los sanitarios están al fondo.The restrooms are at the back.
Example conversation
A tourist, Emily, asks a waiter in a restaurant in Playa del Carmen.
- EmilyPerdón, ¿dónde está el baño?Sorry, where is the restroom?
- MeseroAl fondo, a la derecha.At the back, on the right.
- EmilyMuchas gracias.Thank you very much.
