Spanish phrase
¿Cómo se dice ~ en el idioma local?
Meaning
How do you say ___ in the local language?
When to use it
Asks how to say a word in the local language. Used politely when requesting a local term while traveling, neutral and suitable for asking strangers.
Example dialogue
¿Cómo se dice baño en el idioma local?
How do you say bathroom in the local language?
Se dice 'toire'.
They say 'toire'.