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? | |
| More or less? | |
| Sounds nice, can you show us the room, please? | |
| I've found 2 viewable houses, what about you? | |
| Diego! You little b*stard. | |
| And it's totally burnt now, gross! | |
| Yes, Cate speaking. | |
| Good night, see you later. | |
| Diego, can you tell me what she said last night, please? | |
| Nice to meet you, Toby! | |
| Dude, picking up sh*t requires another tenner, see ya! | |
| I am okay, thanks. | |
| I see, what about a tenner then? | |
| Yes, some prawn crackers and some spring rolls, please. | |
| ...It was nice to meet you, too, thanks! | |
| Hello sir, table for two? | |
| And I need a ladle for the chicken stock, that's all, I suppose. | |
| Sorry Cate! Nice to meet you. | |
| If you don't have anything better to do, of course. | |
| Hello Dick, nice to meet you. | |
