bathroom - Master This Word
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bathroom Word Meanings
- A room with a shower or a bathtub for bathing.
- A room containing a toilet.
bathroom Example Sentences
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bathroom Phonetic & Pronunciation
UK
/ˈbɑːθruːm/
US
/ˈbæθrum/
bathroom Word Etymology
bath (to wash) + room (a space) = 'a space for washing'; Middle English (Old English) → from bath + room; Imagine a cozy room with a warm tub filled with bubbles, inviting you to relax.
Note 1: These definitions and etymologies are not standard dictionary definitions, but extended explanations provided to help with memorization and understanding of the actual application of words. Through this background information, we strive to make words more vivid and easier to understand, and help you remember their meanings in real life.
Note 2: LexiTalk designs the learning flow around the linguistics principle of “Comprehensible Input.” When learners encounter material that is slightly above their level but still understandable from context, the brain naturally absorbs the language. That’s why we keep every word inside authentic contexts, using examples and associations to help you understand it and use it flexibly.
Read the FAQ explanation of Comprehensible InputEnglish Brain Route
I push the door and enter the bathroom. My feet move across the cool tiles as I shift the towel and set my bag on the counter. I turn the faucet, feel the water change temperature in my hands, and adjust the knob with a small push and pull of control. I breathe, decide where to stand, where to pull the shower curtain, and let the familiar routine take shape.
Real Context
In English, a bathroom is a room primarily for personal care that usually contains a toilet and a sink, and often a shower or a bathtub; in American homes it is common to call this space the bathroom, while a public restroom or toilet is used in public places. The word comes from bath and room, historically a space dedicated to washing. Learners sometimes assume bathroom always means a toilet, or confuse it with a lavatory in British English. In daily life, people may say washroom, restrooms, or bath/shower room depending on country, formality, and whether the room includes a tub.
Usage Reminders
- Use bathroom for rooms in a home; use restroom for public places; distinguish bathroom from toilet; say bath/shower room when the room includes both; mind regional preferences; combine with items like mirror, towel, soap.
Common Misconceptions
- Bathroom always means the toilet
- Bathroom = bathroom in UK context
- Using bathroom to refer to public toilets
- Confusing with washroom/restroom
- Ignoring that some bathrooms don’t have a shower or tub
Thinking Differences
Explain to an English speaker (meta, keep short)
Learning Tips
- Listen for context to tell if bathroom has a tub/shower
- Practice saying 'bathroom' + 'mirror', 'towel', 'soap'
- Remember UK vs US terminology
- Use 'bathroom' for private spaces and 'restroom' for public
- Learn the phrase 'bath/shower room' for rooms with both
- Cover common collocations with 'bathroom'
5-Step Learning Method - Learn English in English
Step 1: Meaning
What is the meaning of the word 'bathroom'?
A.A room with a bathtub
B.A room with a shower
C.A room with a toilet
D.A room with a sink
Step 2: Usage
In which of the following sentences is 'bathroom' used correctly?
A.He brushed his teeth in the living room
B.They used the bathroom to wash their hands
C.She took a shower in the bedroom
D.We cooked dinner in the kitchen
Step 3: Similar Words
Which of the following is a synonym for 'bathroom'?
A.Restroom
B.Bedroom
C.Living room
D.Kitchen
Step 4: Opposite Words
What is the opposite of 'bathroom'?
A.Balcony
B.Attic
C.Closet
D.Basement
Step 5: Mastery
In what real-life context would you typically find a bathroom?
A.House
B.School
C.Hospital
D.Park
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