‘I gotta pee’: Koreans big shock on how Singaporeans talk about toilet breaks

SINGAPORE, Aug 4, 2026 – A TikTok video comparing how Singaporeans and Koreans excuse themselves to use the toilet has sparked lively debate online. Singaporean user @ariyakult shared her “biggest culture shock” after casually telling Korean friends, “Oh, I gotta go pee.” They reacted with disbelief, calling it “too much information.”

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The clip, which has garnered over 650,000 views, shows her explaining that Singaporeans often speak even more bluntly, sometimes saying they “gotta go shit.” While many locals found the comparison relatable, others felt it was too direct. Some netizens from the US chimed in, saying they also openly announce bathroom needs. The video has prompted curiosity about Korean social norms, where people often excuse themselves discreetly.

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