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 | |
|---|---|
| Oh come on! Can we just talk about something else, please! | |
| Hello Diego, thanks for taking care of the bag. | |
| Yes, I don't like the aisle, thank you. | |
| Is there any chance of getting a table, please? | |
| So a bottle would be better, please. | |
| Well, can you explain how you make that calculation, please? | |
| I just need your name and mobile number, please. | |
| If you don't have anything better to do, of course. | |
| Really? It wasn't obvious, thanks for clarifying! | |
| I'll have another glass of wine, please. | |
| What about this one behind Iceland? | |
| To be more realistic, of course! | |
| It might help you to relax a bit, I hope... | |
| Can you stop bothering me, please? | |
| Can I have a look at it, please? | |
| Okay, see you! | |
| Okay, I'm waiting for you, see you then. | |
| I don't think I would leave my cat to get a room, thank you! | |
| Alright, see you soon. | |
| Can I take your name and mobile number, please? | |
