Talk about an unfortunate airport sign translation fail! This restroom sign mishap has left English-speaking travelers puzzled and parched. Rather than indicating drinkable water inside, it confusingly labels the men’s room itself as “Male Toilet Drinking Water.”
You can just imagine people’s bewilderment at the odd wording. Are they supposed to sip from the urinal if thirsty? Perhaps they could bring a reusable water bottle and stock up for the flight? Suddenly this airport’s bathrooms seem more appealing than the overpriced food court!
While the horribly mistranslated sign undoubtedly sparks many doubletakes, let’s remember the message’s intent was benevolent, if a bit lost. Some kind translator merely wanted to point flyers toward H20. And after all, don’t we all feel replenished after guzzling down a few glasses of toilet water?
In all seriousness though, always verify translations before trusting bathroom signage. Unless you WANT a mouthful of sink surprise. Here’s hoping this sign’s next iteration reads something clearer like “Drinking Fountain Inside.” But even in missteps, there’s humor to be found if you keep perspective. Next time you pee, maybe whisper a “thanks” to Mr. Toilet Drinking Water for the laughs.