Signification
Using the restroom facilities.
Contexte culturel
The 'Bum Gun' (bidet shower) is found in almost every Thai bathroom. It is used instead of or in addition to toilet paper. It's considered more hygienic. In many traditional or rural settings, you will find a 'squat toilet' (ส้วมซึม). You must squat over it rather than sit. There is usually a bucket of water and a plastic scoop for flushing manually. Toilet paper is often not flushed in Thailand because the pipes are narrow. You should look for a small bin next to the toilet to dispose of paper. Public toilets in parks or older bus stations might charge a small fee (3-5 Baht) for entry or for a few sheets of toilet paper.
The 'Bum Gun' Pro-Tip
Always test the water pressure of the bidet shower against the floor first. Some are very powerful!
Tissue Troubles
Many Thai toilets cannot handle paper. If you see a bin, use it. Don't risk a clog!
Signification
Using the restroom facilities.
The 'Bum Gun' Pro-Tip
Always test the water pressure of the bidet shower against the floor first. Some are very powerful!
Tissue Troubles
Many Thai toilets cannot handle paper. If you see a bin, use it. Don't risk a clog!
Politeness Particles
Never forget 'Krap' or 'Ka'. Saying 'Khao Hong Nam' without them can sound like a command to a servant.
The 'Excuse Me' Move
If you are in a group, just say 'ขอตัวแป๊บนึงนะ' (Excuse me for a sec) and point toward the bathroom. It's very natural.
Teste-toi
Fill in the missing word to make the sentence polite.
ขอโทษครับ ผมขอ____ห้องน้ำหน่อยครับ
'เข้า' (khâo) means to enter, which is the correct verb for using a room.
Which phrase is the most polite for a business meeting?
How should you excuse yourself?
This includes 'request permission' and 'for a moment,' making it very professional.
Match the Thai phrase to its English equivalent.
Phrases:
These are all common variations of the core phrase.
Complete the dialogue at a gas station.
A: ปวดท้องจัง... B: ________
B suggests going to the bathroom at the gas station ahead in response to A's urge.
🎉 Score : /4
Aides visuelles
Banque d exercices
4 exercicesขอโทษครับ ผมขอ____ห้องน้ำหน่อยครับ
'เข้า' (khâo) means to enter, which is the correct verb for using a room.
How should you excuse yourself?
This includes 'request permission' and 'for a moment,' making it very professional.
Associez chaque element a gauche avec son pair a droite :
These are all common variations of the core phrase.
A: ปวดท้องจัง... B: ________
B suggests going to the bathroom at the gas station ahead in response to A's urge.
🎉 Score : /4
Questions fréquentes
12 questionsNo, but it's the most common. 'Sukha' is formal, and 'Hong Suam' is literal/crude.
Yes, the phrase is gender-neutral. To specify, add 'Chai' (male) or 'Ying' (female).
In malls and hotels, no. In markets, parks, or old bus stations, yes (usually 3-5 Baht).
Most Thais use the bidet shower. If you prefer paper, it's wise to carry a small pack of tissues with you.
Yes, it's perfectly normal. Just use the polite 'Khor tua' (excuse me) prefix.
It's slang for men to go pee. It literally means 'to shoot a rabbit'.
You can knock and ask 'มีคนอยู่ไหมครับ?' (Is anyone in there?)
You can say 'Pai Hong Nam' (Go to the bathroom) instead of 'Khao' (Enter). Both are fine.
Historically, it was the room where water was stored in jars for bathing and cleaning.
It's called 'Suam-nueng' or 'Suam-nang-yong'.
It's better to say 'Khor-anuyat pai tham thura suan-tua' to be extra professional.
In malls, no. In some private homes or small hostels, yes, if there are specific sandals provided.
Expressions liées
ไปห้องน้ำ
similarTo go to the bathroom
ทำธุระส่วนตัว
specialized formTo do personal business
ล้างมือ
similarTo wash hands
อาบน้ำ
contrastTo take a shower
ปวดท้อง
builds onTo have a stomach ache / urge
