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 we have our drinks before the meal please? | |
| I'm Cate, nice to meet you, Mike. | |
| Maybe, sorry about that. | |
| Alright, see you soon. | |
| Well done, very clever! | |
| Sorry Cate! Nice to meet you. | |
| Alright! See you, bye. | |
| Hello sir, table for two? | |
| Hi Rocco, we're okay, thanks. | |
| Hi Laura, congratulations! | |
| I just had a bit of toast, what about you? | |
| That's okay for now, thank you. | |
| Can I have one packet of cigarettes, please? | |
| I was sleeping before you woke me up, what's up? | |
| Well, can you explain how you make that calculation, please? | |
| Since they use my stuff we can *borrow* some of their bread, I think. | |
| Finally, you've got your precious rice, congratulations! | |
| Really? Very interesting. | |
| Could you do me a favour and find us some, please? | |
| Excuse me, but what about the complaining about Pogo part? | |
