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 | |
|---|---|
| Alright, if you say so! | |
| Can you make it bigger, please? | |
| Alright, see you Cate. | |
| And it's totally burnt now, gross! | |
| I am okay, thanks. | |
| Is there any chance of getting a table, please? | |
| Really? It wasn't obvious, thanks for clarifying! | |
| What's her name, by the way? | |
| Good luck for tomorrow, see you. | |
| More or less? | |
| I'll have a glass of white wine, too, please. | |
| So a bottle would be better, please. | |
| Yes, but can we cut them in cubes, please? | |
| I don't know, maybe, I suppose so. | |
| Could you chop some onions for me? Please?! | |
| Can I have one packet of cigarettes, please? | |
| She couldn't stand seeing your ugly face anymore, I guess. | |
| Can we see the kitchen first, please? | |
| We'll have the mussels, the calamari, some shrimp and the grilled fish, please. | |
| Can I have the ad number for it, please? | |
