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 | |
|---|---|
| I just had a bit of toast, what about you? | |
| Stay on the line, please... | |
| Hello, madam, unfortunately... | |
| That's perfect! I appreciate it, thank you so much! | |
| Alright, if you say so! | |
| See you later, Nick. | |
| Can I have a look at it, please? | |
| I just need your name and mobile number, please. | |
| Hello Dick, nice to meet you. | |
| Alright, see you then. | |
| An entire house!? Way more than we pay now, for sure. | |
| Cate, I'm taking my bag with me, so no need to worry. | |
| Okay, I'm waiting for you, see you then. | |
| Yes, I don't like the aisle, thank you. | |
| That's okay, can we do it first thing, please? | |
| Good night, see you later. | |
| Hello sir, table for two? | |
| I am okay, thanks. | |
| Cate with a C not a K, can you check it again, please? | |
| Can you summarize it before you go, please? | |
