Mosdó

Mosdó is a Hungarian term that designates a washbasin or a washroom—a space used for washing oneself. In everyday language it is often used to refer to the sink and its immediate surroundings, but in public signage it can denote a sanitary facility where people wash their hands, face, or brush their teeth. It is distinct from the terms fürdőszoba (bathroom) and toalett (toilet).

In domestic contexts, a mosdó is typically the washbasin or the sink area within a bathroom or utility zone. It is installed with a basin, faucet, drain, and a mirror, and is usually stocked with soap, towels, and a waste bin. In colloquial speech the word may also refer to the whole bathroom if the room is centered on a sink.

In public buildings, mosdók are built to accommodate several users and are often gender-segregated. They typically include multiple sinks, mirrors, soap dispensers, and hand-drying devices, with stalls or separate compartments for toilets where provided. Accessibility features such as wide doors, grab bars, and accessible sinks are commonly included.

Etymology and usage: The word mosdó derives from mosni, to wash, with the suffix -dó indicating a place or instrument. The term is widely understood across Hungarian-speaking regions, with regional or contextual variations in usage between referring to a sink, a bathroom, or a public washroom.