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 | |
|---|---|
| Yeah, that's better I suppose, thanks. | |
| Can we have the menu, please? | |
| Sounds nice, can you show us the room, please? | |
| I'm talking about leaving the house, of course... | |
| No, I don't need anything, thanks. | |
| I am fine, thank you. | |
| What about you? | |
| I'll have 20, please. | |
| Better late than never! | |
| Dear, can you let him finish, please!? | |
| No, I'm okay, thanks. | |
| An entire house!? Way more than we pay now, for sure. | |
| Oh, you mean Mike, I guess. | |
| It seems we have to, in any case... | |
| You are being very generous dear, thanks, what about this... | |
| That's okay, no problem. | |
| Can I have a look at it, please? | |
| It might help you to relax a bit, I hope... | |
| Can you leave me alone, please! | |
| Hello, can we order our meals, please? | |
