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 | |
|---|---|
| An entire house!? Way more than we pay now, for sure. | |
| Since they use my stuff we can *borrow* some of their bread, I think. | |
| Then I missed my appointment at 11:00, of course. | |
| I don't know what to say, really... | |
| That would be the worst, I guess. | |
| What about the prices? | |
| Hi Laura, congratulations! | |
| Hello, I'd like to book a table for two for tonight, please. | |
| Okay, see you! | |
| I just need your name and mobile number, please. | |
| Erm, kind of, but not exactly! | |
| Hello, can we order our meals, please? | |
| No, I don't need anything, thanks. | |
| Maybe later, that's all for now, thank you! | |
| Yes, but can we cut them in cubes, please? | |
| I'll have another glass of wine, please. | |
| It seems we have to, in any case... | |
| Umm, my first choice would be Camden Lock, I guess. | |
| Can you still check the stock room, please? | |
| Can you summarize it before you go, please? | |
