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 | |
|---|---|
| And I need a ladle for the chicken stock, that's all, I suppose. | |
| Hi Laura, congratulations! | |
| Hello Diego, thanks for taking care of the bag. | |
| I'll have another glass of wine, please. | |
| Sorry Cate! Nice to meet you. | |
| Alright, see you soon. | |
| I just had a bit of toast, what about you? | |
| If you don't have anything better to do, of course. | |
| I guess the bottle is clean, but can you wash the glass, please? | |
| Hello, I'd like to book a table for two for tonight, please. | |
| Hello, Joseph, nice to meet you. | |
| Oh, you found some, thank you very much! | |
| Can you start from the beginning, please? | |
| An entire house!? Way more than we pay now, for sure. | |
| Congratulations, well spotted! | |
| Okay, thank you very much. | |
| Stay on the line, please... | |
| Umm, my first choice would be Camden Lock, I guess. | |
| What's her name, by the way? | |
| Can I have one packet of cigarettes, please? | |
