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Useful English Word: Nip to the loo

What does it mean?

To go to the toilet (polite, informal UK).

Is it positive or negative?

Neutral and common.

When do you use it?

Use it as a polite way to say you're going to the toilet.

Examples

Example 1: I'm just nipping to the loo-back in a minute.

Example 2: He nipped to the loo before the film started.

Question for you

What polite phrases do people use for the toilet in your country?

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Nip to the loo is a polite UK way to excuse yourself quickly. If you want these small phrases to feel natural, we can practise them in online lessons with a British native speaker. A similar phrase is nip out. Find out more here.