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 | |
|---|---|
| Can we have the menu, please? | |
| Thank you, have a nice day! | |
| That would be the worst, I guess. | |
| You are being very generous dear, thanks, what about this... | |
| What about this one behind Iceland? | |
| Can you clean the sink before I start washing, please? | |
| Umm, I can't remember... You had something meaty, I guess. | |
| Can we see the kitchen first, please? | |
| Finally, you've got your precious rice, congratulations! | |
| Can we have our drinks before the meal please? | |
| Can you summarize it before you go, please? | |
| Nice to meet you, Toby! | |
| Maybe later, that's all for now, thank you! | |
| That's okay, can we do it first thing, please? | |
| Can you get me 3 small beers, please? | |
| You too, byee! | |
| So a bottle would be better, please. | |
| And I need a ladle for the chicken stock, that's all, I suppose. | |
| Hello, can we order our meals, please? | |
| Or can you clean this one, please? | |
