La salle de bain
Example: La salle de bain de l'hôtel est propre et spacieuse.
Definition
"La salle de bain" refers to the bathroom in a hotel or residence, typically a room equipped with facilities for bathing or showering, including a sink, toilet, and sometimes additional amenities. It is a private space intended for personal hygiene and relaxation.
Etymology
The term "la salle de bain" comes from French, where "salle" means room and "bain" means bath. It literally translates to "the room of bath," indicating a dedicated space for bathing. The phrase has been used since the 17th century to describe a specialized room for personal cleanliness.
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"La salle de bain" appears in the Vocaplus list "French - Hospitality - (A1-C2) - set 1", containing 109 commonly used words.
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