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 | |
|---|---|
| No, I don't need anything, thanks. | |
| I just had a bit of toast, what about you? | |
| Can we see the bathroom first, please? | |
| Can you open the oven door for me, please? | |
| Can you still check the stock room, please? | |
| I don't know what to say, really... | |
| He looks a bit scared, because he can smell Bear, I think. | |
| Is there any chance of getting a table, please? | |
| Can you stop bothering me, please? | |
| See you at the station at 5. | |
| Hm, yes, can I get £20 cashback, please? | |
| Well, can you explain how you make that calculation, please? | |
| Can you start from the beginning, please? | |
| Oh, hang on, what about the room upstairs, in your house? | |
| I really have to go now, see you there, kisses... | |
| Then I missed my appointment at 11:00, of course. | |
| She couldn't stand seeing your ugly face anymore, I guess. | |
| Alright! See you, bye. | |
| Can I take your name and mobile number, please? | |
| That's wonderful, thank you very much! | |
