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 just had a bit of toast, what about you? | |
| What's her name, by the way? | |
| We'll have the mussels, the calamari, some shrimp and the grilled fish, please. | |
| Can we continue what we were doing please? | |
| What about the prices? | |
| Is there any chance of getting a table, please? | |
| Really? Thank you so much! | |
| She hung up on me! F*cking idiot! | |
| That would be nice, thank you. | |
| Can we see the kitchen first, please? | |
| Nice to meet you, Toby! | |
| Better late than never! | |
| See you later, Nick. | |
| Yes, I don't like the aisle, thank you. | |
| Umm, I can't remember... You had something meaty, I guess. | |
| Really? Very interesting. | |
| Can you clean the sink before I start washing, please? | |
| That's okay for now, thank you. | |
| I really have to go now, see you there, kisses... | |
| I've found 2 viewable houses, what about you? | |
