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 | |
|---|---|
| Could you do me a favour and find us some, please? | |
| Hello sir, table for two? | |
| I'm able to do both at the same time, dear, no worries! | |
| It seems we have to, in any case... | |
| You too, byee! | |
| Okay, see you! | |
| Sorry Cate! Nice to meet you. | |
| That's okay, can we do it first thing, please? | |
| Okay Toby, my loudmouth friend, sorry to say... | |
| Umm... That's right, how did I forget that? How stupid I am... | |
| Maybe later, that's all for now, thank you! | |
| Thanks for letting me know, bye! | |
| Nice to meet you, Toby! | |
| Hello, I'd like to book a table for two for tonight, please. | |
| Really? It wasn't obvious, thanks for clarifying! | |
| So a bottle would be better, please. | |
| Sounds nice, can you show us the room, please? | |
| Nice to meet you Cate, see you later! | |
| Can you stop reminding me about the 10-day situation, please!? | |
| I just need your name and mobile number, please. | |
