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 don't know, maybe, I suppose so. | |
| Maybe later, that's all for now, thank you! | |
| I just had a bit of toast, what about you? | |
| That would be the worst, I guess. | |
| Congratulations, well spotted! | |
| Can you pass me the wine from the fridge, please? | |
| ...Oh yes, I want to talk to my mum, I mean Mrs. Jones, please! | |
| Can we see the kitchen first, please? | |
| Can you give me some information about the other tenants, please? | |
| Okay, why not, if you want. | |
| I really have to go now, see you there, kisses... | |
| We'll have the mussels, the calamari, some shrimp and the grilled fish, please. | |
| Yeah, that's better I suppose, thanks. | |
| He looks a bit scared, because he can smell Bear, I think. | |
| You too, byee! | |
| Yes, I don't like the aisle, thank you. | |
| Can I have the ad number for it, please? | |
| Yes, but can we cut them in cubes, please? | |
| That's okay for now, thank you. | |
| Can we have our drinks before the meal please? | |
