Do You Know The Difference Between Bathroom, Powder Room And Lavatory?

As cities modernise and public facilities expand, toilets have become an omnipresent feature across streets, shopping malls, and restaurants in the country. Yet, despite their ubiquity, many remain unaware that these familiar spaces are referred to by a variety of names, each carrying a distinct historical and cultural nuance.

From the “bathroom" in your home to the “powder room" in a luxury hotel, these labels are more than mere semantics. Here’s a closer look at the subtle differences behind the terminology.

Bathroom: Traditionally, a bathroom is a room equipped with a bathtub or shower. In the United States and India, the term is widely used for any home toilet, even in the absence of a bathing facility. In most households, however, the toilet and bathing area are combined, justifyin