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 | |
|---|---|
| Is there any chance of getting a table, please? | |
| What about you? | |
| That would be nice, see you tomorrow then. | |
| Yes, some prawn crackers and some spring rolls, please. | |
| I'll have 20, please. | |
| Okay Toby, my loudmouth friend, sorry to say... | |
| Maybe later, that's all for now, thank you! | |
| Hello, madam, unfortunately... | |
| You act like a child sometimes, I have to say! | |
| Hello, can we order our meals, please? | |
| I really have to go now, see you there, kisses... | |
| Since they use my stuff we can *borrow* some of their bread, I think. | |
| Can we continue what we were doing please? | |
| See you later, Nick. | |
| Can you start from the beginning, please? | |
| Can you get me 3 small beers, please? | |
| Sounds nice, can you show us the room, please? | |
| What about you, Mike? | |
| Can we have the menu, please? | |
| Hm, yes, can I get £20 cashback, please? | |
