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 | |
|---|---|
| Hello Diego, thanks for taking care of the bag. | |
| Sure, no problem. | |
| It seems we have to, in any case... | |
| Yes, can I have a glass of chardonnay, please? | |
| Well, can you explain how you make that calculation, please? | |
| What about you? | |
| Hello, can we order our meals, please? | |
| I'll have another glass of wine, please. | |
| Can you still check the stock room, please? | |
| Hi Rocco, we're okay, thanks. | |
| Can you give me some information about the other tenants, please? | |
| Then I missed my appointment at 11:00, of course. | |
| Hi Laura, congratulations! | |
| Yes, some prawn crackers and some spring rolls, please. | |
| I see, what about a tenner then? | |
| He is made of wood, I believe. | |
| Cate, I'm taking my bag with me, so no need to worry. | |
| We'll have a bottle of chardonnay and a bottle of sauvignon blanc, thanks Mike. | |
| Maybe, sorry about that. | |
| Really? Very interesting. | |
