Ever seen “WC” on a bathroom sign and wondered what it means? WC stands for “water closet,” an old-fashioned term for a room with a toilet and sometimes a sink. Though it sounds strange, it’s still used today—especially in international settings like airports and hotels. Around the world, people call this room all sorts of names: restroom, bathroom, washroom, toilet, loo, and more. In the U.S., “bathroom” or “restroom” is common, even if there’s no bath or resting involved. Whether you call it a WC or a washroom, the meaning’s the same—and the confusion is universal!
