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 | |
|---|---|
| Alright, see you soon. | |
| Dear, can you let him finish, please!? | |
| Alright, see you Cate. | |
| Okay, thank you very much. | |
| An entire house!? Way more than we pay now, for sure. | |
| Hm, yes, can I get £20 cashback, please? | |
| ...Oh yes, I want to talk to my mum, I mean Mrs. Jones, please! | |
| You are being very generous dear, thanks, what about this... | |
| I'm able to do both at the same time, dear, no worries! | |
| Can I take your name and mobile number, please? | |
| Yes, some prawn crackers and some spring rolls, please. | |
| Yes, but can we cut them in cubes, please? | |
| Can you look after it carefully, please? | |
| Dear, can you help me walk down the stairs, please? | |
| If you don't have anything better to do, of course. | |
| Thanks for your kind wishes. | |
| Well done, very clever! | |
| Can you get me 3 small beers, please? | |
| It might help you to relax a bit, I hope... | |
| Is there any chance of getting a table, please? | |
