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 | |
|---|---|
| That would be nice, thank you. | |
| It might help you to relax a bit, I hope... | |
| And it's totally burnt now, gross! | |
| I am okay, thanks. | |
| Hello sir, table for two? | |
| I am fine, thank you. | |
| Can I have one packet of cigarettes, please? | |
| I'll have a glass of white wine, too, please. | |
| Can I have the ad number for it, please? | |
| Thank you, have a nice day! | |
| I don't think I would leave my cat to get a room, thank you! | |
| Sounds nice, can you show us the room, please? | |
| And I need a ladle for the chicken stock, that's all, I suppose. | |
| Alright, see you soon. | |
| You too, byee! | |
| Yeah, that's better I suppose, thanks. | |
| Thanks for letting me know, bye! | |
| Can you start from the beginning, please? | |
| No, just a regular one, 4 or 5 pounds, I guess. | |
| No, I don't need anything, thanks. | |
