Where is the bathroom?
Excuse me, could you tell me where the bathroom is?
ANSWER
Correct sentence: “Excuse me, could you tell me where the bathroom is?”
Explanation:
This sentence is more polite and formal, especially when asking a stranger for directions.
“Could you tell me…” is an indirect question , which sounds more respectful.
“Where is the bathroom?”
This sentence is also correct but sounds direct and less polite
It’s fine for casual situations (e.g., asking a friend or in urgent situations).
Tip: If you want to be extra polite, you can say:
“Excuse me, could you please tell me where the restroom is?”
“Excuse me, may I know where the nearest washroom is?”