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 | |
|---|---|
| Maybe later, that's all for now, thank you! | |
| Alright, see you then. | |
| No, I don't need anything, thanks. | |
| Alright, see you Cate. | |
| Hello, I'd like to book a table for two for tonight, please. | |
| Nice to meet you Cate, see you later! | |
| Hello, can we order our meals, please? | |
| Hello sir, table for two? | |
| So a bottle would be better, please. | |
| Can you stop reminding me about the 10-day situation, please!? | |
| Can you peel some potatoes for me? Please?! | |
| Can I have a look at it, please? | |
| Can you open the oven door for me, please? | |
| No, just a regular one, 4 or 5 pounds, I guess. | |
| Finally, you've got your precious rice, congratulations! | |
| I just need your name and mobile number, please. | |
| Can you get me 3 small beers, please? | |
| I see, what about a tenner then? | |
| Yeah, that's better I suppose, thanks. | |
| I'll have 20, please. | |
