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 | |
|---|---|
| Can you make it bigger, please? | |
| That would be the worst, I guess. | |
| No, I'm okay, thanks. | |
| Maybe later, that's all for now, thank you! | |
| Umm... That's right, how did I forget that? How stupid I am... | |
| Thank you, madam, see you then! | |
| Sounds nice, can you show us the room, please? | |
| I am fine, thank you. | |
| What's her name, by the way? | |
| Hm, yes, can I get £20 cashback, please? | |
| Yes, what about them? | |
| Can you get me 3 small beers, please? | |
| Oh come on! Can we just talk about something else, please! | |
| Okay, thank you very much. | |
| And I need to change my clothes, of course. | |
| Can you clean the sink before I start washing, please? | |
| Hello, madam, unfortunately... | |
| Hello Dick, nice to meet you. | |
| That's okay, no problem. | |
| Can we have the menu, please? | |
