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Dove sono i bagni?

Where are the toilets?

Pronunciation

BA-gni — the 'gn' is a nasal sound, like 'ny' in 'canyon'. Stress on first syllable.

When to use it

The universal question you will need in every Italian public space.

What it means

'Bagni' (toilets/bathrooms) is the most common word used in public spaces. 'Dove sono' is 'where are' (plural). Alternatives include 'toilette' (borrowed from French, more formal), 'WC' (universal sign), and 'servizi igienici' (very formal). Signs in airports use WC or 'Servizi'.

Variations

Dov'è il bagno per disabili?

Where is the accessible toilet?

Required in all Italian public buildings

C'è un fasciatoio?

Is there a baby changing area?

'Fasciatoio' — a changing table for babies

I bagni sono gratuiti?

Are the toilets free?

Airport toilets in Italy are always free, unlike some train stations

Mini Dialogue

— Scusi, dove sono i bagni? — Dritto, poi a destra dopo il bar. — Grazie. C'è anche un fasciatoio? — Sì, nel bagno delle donne e in quello per disabili.

— Excuse me, where are the toilets? — Straight ahead, then right after the café. — Thank you. Is there also a baby changing area? — Yes, in the women's toilet and in the accessible one.

Cultural Note

Airport toilets in Italy are free and generally well-maintained. Unlike train station toilets in some Italian cities (which may charge €0.80-1.50), airport facilities are always complimentary. Baby changing facilities are standard in all modern Italian airports.

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