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 | |
|---|---|
| Hello, can we order our meals, please? | |
| You are being very generous dear, thanks, what about this... | |
| No, I don't need anything, thanks. | |
| Can you look after it carefully, please? | |
| She hung up on me! F*cking idiot! | |
| No, I'm okay, thanks. | |
| Thank you, have a nice day! | |
| Can you give me some information about the other tenants, please? | |
| And turn the top and the bottom grills on, please. | |
| I'll have a glass of white wine, too, please. | |
| That would be the worst, I guess. | |
| It might help you to relax a bit, I hope... | |
| I'll have another glass of wine, please. | |
| Can you stop reminding me about the 10-day situation, please!? | |
| Finally, you've got your precious rice, congratulations! | |
| What about you, Mike? | |
| I just need your name and mobile number, please. | |
| Okay, why not, if you want. | |
| Yes, what about them? | |
| Can you summarize it before you go, please? | |
