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 | |
|---|---|
| Hello, can we order our meals, please? | |
| Can you look after it carefully, please? | |
| I see, what about a tenner then? | |
| Better late than never! | |
| Hm, yes, can I get £20 cashback, please? | |
| I'm able to do both at the same time, dear, no worries! | |
| We'll have the mussels, the calamari, some shrimp and the grilled fish, please. | |
| That would be nice, thank you. | |
| Okay, thank you very much. | |
| I don't know what to say, really... | |
| So a bottle would be better, please. | |
| Alright! See you, bye. | |
| You're welcome! | |
| Really? Thank you so much! | |
| Hello, Joseph, nice to meet you. | |
| Oh come on! Can we just talk about something else, please! | |
| Diego! You little b*stard. | |
| No, I don't need anything, thanks. | |
| I'm Cate, nice to meet you, Mike. | |
| He is made of wood, I believe. | |
