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 we have our drinks before the meal please? | |
| Really? Very interesting. | |
| Hi Rocco, we're okay, thanks. | |
| You're welcome! | |
| Umm, I can't remember... You had something meaty, I guess. | |
| That's perfect! I appreciate it, thank you so much! | |
| ...It was nice to meet you, too, thanks! | |
| Maybe later, that's all for now, thank you! | |
| We'll have the mussels, the calamari, some shrimp and the grilled fish, please. | |
| Yes, can I have a glass of chardonnay, please? | |
| Can we continue what we were doing please? | |
| Alright! See you, bye. | |
| That's okay, can we do it first thing, please? | |
| Okay, thank you very much. | |
| Can you give me some information about the other tenants, please? | |
| And I need to change my clothes, of course. | |
| Thank you, have a nice day! | |
| Can you clean the sink before I start washing, please? | |
| Hm, yes, can I get £20 cashback, please? | |
| Excuse me, but what about the complaining about Pogo part? | |
