Vietnamese · Daily Life
phòng tắm
Bathroom
Beginnernoun
Definition
The room with a bath or shower.
Example
Phòng tắm ở cuối hành lang.
The bathroom is at the end of the corridor.
Etymology
The term 'phòng tắm' is a compound of 'phòng' (room) and 'tắm' (to bathe), which reflects its function. Historically, bathing has been an integral part of Vietnamese culture, particularly in relation to health and cleanliness.
How & Where It’s Used
'Phòng tắm' is used in both formal and informal contexts, predominantly in spoken language. It is commonly used across Vietnam without significant regional variations.