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 | |
|---|---|
| Congratulations, well spotted! | |
| Can I have a look at it, please? | |
| Okay, I'm waiting for you, see you then. | |
| I will have some fish, I think. | |
| Thanks for your kind wishes. | |
| Hm, yes, can I get £20 cashback, please? | |
| Can you get me 3 small beers, please? | |
| That's okay, can we do it first thing, please? | |
| What about this one behind Iceland? | |
| Nice to meet you Cate, see you later! | |
| Can you still check the stock room, please? | |
| He is made of wood, I believe. | |
| Can you make it bigger, please? | |
| Excuse me, but what about the complaining about Pogo part? | |
| Really? Thank you so much! | |
| He looks a bit scared, because he can smell Bear, I think. | |
| I don't think I would leave my cat to get a room, thank you! | |
| Hello sir, table for two? | |
| Umm... That's right, how did I forget that? How stupid I am... | |
| That's okay, no problem. | |
