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 | |
|---|---|
| I will have some fish, I think. | |
| That would be nice, see you tomorrow then. | |
| Can you make it bigger, please? | |
| Dear, can you help me walk down the stairs, please? | |
| I'll have 20, please. | |
| Nice to meet you, Toby! | |
| What about this one behind Iceland? | |
| I was sleeping before you woke me up, what's up? | |
| Oh, you found some, thank you very much! | |
| To be more realistic, of course! | |
| Can we have the menu, please? | |
| Hi Laura, congratulations! | |
| Good night, see you later. | |
| I don't think I would leave my cat to get a room, thank you! | |
| Really? Very interesting. | |
| Okay, why not, if you want. | |
| I guess the bottle is clean, but can you wash the glass, please? | |
| I'll have a glass of white wine, too, please. | |
| No, I don't need anything, thanks. | |
| Could you chop some onions for me? Please?! | |
