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 | |
|---|---|
| That's perfect! I appreciate it, thank you so much! | |
| Can you get me 3 small beers, please? | |
| Umm, I can't remember... You had something meaty, I guess. | |
| Yes, can I have a glass of chardonnay, please? | |
| What about you? | |
| I am fine, thank you. | |
| Hello sir, table for two? | |
| And it's totally burnt now, gross! | |
| What about the prices? | |
| It seems we have to, in any case... | |
| Yes, somewhere comfortable, please. | |
| Thank you, have a nice day! | |
| ...It was nice to meet you, too, thanks! | |
| Can you give me some information about the other tenants, please? | |
| Nice to meet you Cate, see you later! | |
| Yes, Cate speaking. | |
| Can we continue what we were doing please? | |
| We'll have the mussels, the calamari, some shrimp and the grilled fish, please. | |
| I don't think I would leave my cat to get a room, thank you! | |
| Finally, you've got your precious rice, congratulations! | |
