ENGLISH VOCABULARY IN THE BATHROOM | Summary and Q&A

TL;DR

Learn vocabulary associated with the bathroom, including different types of showers, sinks, products, and fixtures commonly found in American bathrooms.

Key Insights

• 🛀 American bathrooms can have different types of showers: handheld or rain showers.
• 💦 Shower valves in the U.S. regulate water sources and temperature.
• 🛀 Bathrooms in the U.S. can vary in size and features, with full baths and guest bathrooms being common.
• 🧑 Towels are typically provided in hotels, with four towels per person.
• 😱 Common bathroom products include shampoo, hair conditioner, body wash, toothbrush, toothpaste, cotton rounds, deodorant, face cream, lip balm, hair dryer, razor, and toilet paper.
• 💄 Makeup items such as brow gel, mascara, and lipstick are also found in bathrooms.
• 🚽 Fixtures in the bathroom include sinks (with faucets or taps), mirrors, toilet seats (with flush handles), toilet brushes, drains, and light switches.

Transcript

hey guys welcome to lingo marina today we're gonna learn vocabulary associated with the bathroom and i am in an american bathroom and the first thing that i wanted to start with is something that surprised me in a lot of american bathrooms because this is not a typical one because this bathroom has a handheld shower this is a handheld shower you ca... Read More

Questions & Answers

Q: What is the difference between a handheld shower and a rain shower?

A handheld shower can be held in your hand, while a rain shower comes directly from the ceiling and cannot be detached.

Q: How do shower valves work in American bathrooms?

In the U.S., there are two shower valves: one to control the water source and another to adjust the temperature.

Q: Are American bathrooms standardized, or do they vary across states?

American bathrooms can vary depending on the state and type of residence, with some having a full bath, others having just a shower, and different features depending on the location.

Q: What is the difference between a bathtub and a hot tub?

A bathtub is a regular bath, while a hot tub has options for massage and air bubbles. The term "jacuzzi" is often mistakenly used to refer to any hot tub, but it is actually a brand name.

Summary & Key Takeaways

• American bathrooms can have handheld showers or rain showers from the ceiling, while in other countries handheld showers are more common.

• In the U.S., there are two shower valves: one to regulate the water source and another to adjust the temperature.

• American bathrooms can vary in terms of size and features, such as having a full bath or just a shower, depending on the state and type of residence.