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 | |
|---|---|
| Hi Laura, congratulations! | |
| What about you? | |
| Yeah, that's better I suppose, thanks. | |
| Hello sir, table for two? | |
| Finally, you've got your precious rice, congratulations! | |
| It might help you to relax a bit, I hope... | |
| Alright, see you then. | |
| Can you stop bothering me, please? | |
| Can we have our drinks before the meal please? | |
| I am fine, thank you. | |
| Sounds nice, can you show us the room, please? | |
| Maybe later, that's all for now, thank you! | |
| She hung up on me! F*cking idiot! | |
| Alright! See you, bye. | |
| Okay Toby, my loudmouth friend, sorry to say... | |
| Really? It wasn't obvious, thanks for clarifying! | |
| And I need a ladle for the chicken stock, that's all, I suppose. | |
| I just need your name and mobile number, please. | |
| Yes, but can we cut them in cubes, please? | |
| Can you get me 3 small beers, please? | |
