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 | |
|---|---|
| See you later, Nick. | |
| Hello, can we order our meals, please? | |
| Can you pass me the wine from the fridge, please? | |
| No, just a regular one, 4 or 5 pounds, I guess. | |
| Stay on the line, please... | |
| Okay Toby, my loudmouth friend, sorry to say... | |
| What about you, Mike? | |
| We'll have a bottle of chardonnay and a bottle of sauvignon blanc, thanks Mike. | |
| You're welcome! | |
| Yes, some prawn crackers and some spring rolls, please. | |
| Erm, kind of, but not exactly! | |
| Finally, you've got your precious rice, congratulations! | |
| Yes, but can we cut them in cubes, please? | |
| Cate with a C not a K, can you check it again, please? | |
| Yes, what about them? | |
| That's okay, no problem. | |
| Alright, if you say so! | |
| Oh, you found some, thank you very much! | |
| Alright, see you soon. | |
| They are a f*cking bunch of unprofessional idiots, unbelievable! | |
