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 | |
|---|---|
| You are being very generous dear, thanks, what about this... | |
| Hello Dick, nice to meet you. | |
| Can we have the menu, please? | |
| Nice to meet you, Toby! | |
| ...Oh yes, I want to talk to my mum, I mean Mrs. Jones, please! | |
| I see, what about a tenner then? | |
| I've found 2 viewable houses, what about you? | |
| Yes, what about them? | |
| I'll have 20, please. | |
| That's okay, no problem. | |
| Hello, can we order our meals, please? | |
| Cate, I'm taking my bag with me, so no need to worry. | |
| Umm... That's right, how did I forget that? How stupid I am... | |
| Okay, thank you very much. | |
| What about this one behind Iceland? | |
| Can you look after it carefully, please? | |
| Yes, I don't like the aisle, thank you. | |
| Can we see the bathroom first, please? | |
| Hello, madam, unfortunately... | |
| That's wonderful, thank you very much! | |
