How to Say ‘Where is the bathroom?’ in French
Où sont les toilettes ?
oo sohn lay twah-let
[oo sohn lay twah-let]
💬 Usage Tip: Final [s] is usually silent, but [les toilettes] links together, with the [s] sounding like [z]: (lay twa-let).
Phrase Breakdown
Où
[oo]
where
Question word used to ask about location.
Au café, je demande « Où sont les toilettes ? ».
At the café, I ask “Where are the toilets?”
sont
[sohn]
are
Form of the verb “to be” used with plural subjects.
Au café, je demande « Où sont les toilettes ? ».
At the café, I ask “Where are the toilets?”
les
[lay]
the
Plural definite article meaning the.
Au café, je demande « Où sont les toilettes ? ».
At the café, I ask “Where are the toilets?”
toilettes
[twah-let]
toilets / restroom
Common plural noun used to ask for the restroom.
Au café, je demande « Où sont les toilettes ? ».
At the café, I ask “Where are the toilets?”
Get the Full Learning Experience
This lesson is just a preview. Download PrettyFluent to practice pronunciation, roleplay conversations, and master vocabulary with spaced repetition.
Pronunciation Feedback
AI-powered speech recognition to perfect your accent
Spaced Repetition
Retain vocabulary long-term with smart practice
Immersive Roleplaying
Practice real conversations with AI partners
Custom Scenarios
Request lessons tailored to your specific needs
Get Full LessonWhat Learners Are Saying
“Moved to Lyon for a culinary apprenticeship. The food and restaurant scenarios were exactly what I needed — my French colleagues were genuinely impressed.”
Tom H., 38, Chef
“Studying in Paris and the academic French I learned in school was useless for daily life. This app filled the gap in weeks, not months.”
Nina W., 29, Graduate Student
“Learning a language has never been as immediately impactful. Now I can charm the locals and navigate the food scene like a boss.”
Alex M., 42, Software Engineer