English (UK)
An expression is a word or group of words used in a particular situation or by particular people.
In English an expression doesn't always have a particular grammar structure but is commonly used in spoken English.
Examples :
| Expression example sentences | |
|---|---|
| I'll have another glass of wine, please. | |
| Finally, you've got your precious rice, congratulations! | |
| No, just a regular one, 4 or 5 pounds, I guess. | |
| Can you put it on the stove, please? | |
| No, I don't need anything, thanks. | |
| More or less? | |
| Thank you, madam, see you then! | |
| I like Artificial Intelligence, what about you? | |
| Yes, I don't like the aisle, thank you. | |
| Can you get me 3 small beers, please? | |
| They are a f*cking bunch of unprofessional idiots, unbelievable! | |
| Hello, Joseph, nice to meet you. | |
| I just need your name and mobile number, please. | |
| Can you make it bigger, please? | |
| That would be nice, see you tomorrow then. | |
| Yes, some prawn crackers and some spring rolls, please. | |
| Hello sir, table for two? | |
| I'll have a glass of white wine, too, please. | |
| Can we see the bathroom first, please? | |
| Can we have the menu, please? | |
