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 | |
|---|---|
| Thank you, madam, see you then! | |
| Good night, see you later. | |
| Cate, I'm taking my bag with me, so no need to worry. | |
| I just need your name and mobile number, please. | |
| Congratulations, well spotted! | |
| Nice to meet you, Toby! | |
| Can you stop bothering me, please? | |
| It might help you to relax a bit, I hope... | |
| We'll have a bottle of chardonnay and a bottle of sauvignon blanc, thanks Mike. | |
| ...Oh yes, I want to talk to my mum, I mean Mrs. Jones, please! | |
| Really? Thank you so much! | |
| Hi Laura, congratulations! | |
| No, I don't need anything, thanks. | |
| Dear, can you help me walk down the stairs, please? | |
| I just had a bit of toast, what about you? | |
| Thank you, have a nice day! | |
| I'm Cate, nice to meet you, Mike. | |
| I am okay, thanks. | |
| Can you pass me the wine from the fridge, please? | |
| Could you chop some onions for me? Please?! | |
