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 | |
|---|---|
| What about the prices? | |
| That's wonderful, thank you very much! | |
| To be more realistic, of course! | |
| Oh, you found some, thank you very much! | |
| Alright, see you Cate. | |
| Sure, no problem. | |
| Sounds nice, can you show us the room, please? | |
| Well done, very clever! | |
| I'll have a glass of white wine, too, please. | |
| Good night, see you later. | |
| What about you, Mike? | |
| I'm Cate, nice to meet you, Mike. | |
| Could you do me a favour and find us some, please? | |
| Hi Laura, congratulations! | |
| Finally, you've got your precious rice, congratulations! | |
| What about this one behind Iceland? | |
| Thank you, madam, see you then! | |
| We'll have a bottle of chardonnay and a bottle of sauvignon blanc, thanks Mike. | |
| You're welcome! | |
| Can you open the oven door for me, please? | |
