What do they call a potty in America?

In the US, these terms are replaced by a number of Americanisms: porcelain god; restroom; throne; the john, potty; bathroom; commode; crapper; outhouse; and the bowl.

What we say potty in English?

Meaning of potty in English silly or slightly crazy: I’d go potty if I had to work here all the time.

Should adults say potty?

It is not a phrase commonly used by one adult to another adult. A mother might say to her young child “do you have to go potty”. Sometimes young women might say to each other “I have to go potty”.

Why do adults say go potty?

Traditionally, the majority of bathrooms had a sink, tub, and toilet. My guess is that people would say they are going to the bathroom, and not to the toilet, so as not to announce what part of the room they were using. This preference for using a euphemism also explains how the powder room got its name.

Why do the British say wee?

In England it’s a euphemism for urine.

Why is it called a poop?

The word ‘poop’ was first written down over 600 years ago, in reference to the rear deck of a ship. By 1744, in what is probably the most appropriate etymological evolution ever, poop progressed past passing gas and finally found its calling as a term for feces.

Is potty a British word?

adjective, pot·ti·er, pot·ti·est. Chiefly British Informal.

Is potty a childish word?

(intransitive, childish) Variant of go potty. (informal) Insane. The noise that the neighbour’s kids were making was driving Fred potty.

How do you say go potty?

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1. GO TO THE BATHROOM. This is probably the most common way to say ‘toilet’ in all English speaking countries.
2. THE RESTROOM. This is more common in the USA.
3. THE LOO.
4. THE JOHN.
5. I HAVE TO PEE.
6. TAKE A PISS.
7. RELIEVE MYSELF.
8. NATURE CALLS.