Useful English Word or Phrase to Boost Your English: Nipped to the Loo

What does it mean?

Went quickly to the toilet (informal).

Is it positive or negative?

Neutral, but very casual.

When do you use it?

Used politely or playfully to say you went to the bathroom.

Examples

Example 1: Sorry I missed your call-I'd nipped to the loo.

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

Question for you

What polite phrases do people use for bathroom breaks in your language?

Are you looking for English speaking practice online?

Nipped to the loo is just the past tense, and it sounds very natural in British speech. We can work on that everyday flow in online lessons. Another common phrase is bursting for a pee. Find out more here.