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 | |
|---|---|
| Can I take your name and mobile number, please? | |
| Can you get me 3 small beers, please? | |
| Could you chop some onions for me? Please?! | |
| It might help you to relax a bit, I hope... | |
| Hello Diego, thanks for taking care of the bag. | |
| Finally, you've got your precious rice, congratulations! | |
| See you at the station at 5. | |
| Okay, thank you very much. | |
| Umm, I can't remember... You had something meaty, I guess. | |
| Congratulations, well spotted! | |
| That would be the worst, I guess. | |
| Alright, if you say so! | |
| Yes, what about them? | |
| Can I have a look at it, please? | |
| Hello Jen, what's up? | |
| Or can you clean this one, please? | |
| Thank you, have a nice day! | |
| To be more realistic, of course! | |
| We'll have the mussels, the calamari, some shrimp and the grilled fish, please. | |
| ...It was nice to meet you, too, thanks! | |
