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 | |
|---|---|
| That's wonderful, thank you very much! | |
| Thanks for your kind wishes. | |
| Hello, madam, unfortunately... | |
| Hello, I'd like to book a table for two for tonight, please. | |
| I'll have a glass of white wine, too, please. | |
| Well, can you explain how you make that calculation, please? | |
| Is there any chance of getting a table, please? | |
| Excuse me, but what about the complaining about Pogo part? | |
| Umm, my first choice would be Camden Lock, I guess. | |
| Stay on the line, please... | |
| Can we see the kitchen first, please? | |
| Dear, can you let him finish, please!? | |
| ...It was nice to meet you, too, thanks! | |
| Sure, no problem. | |
| Can you summarize it before you go, please? | |
| Umm... That's right, how did I forget that? How stupid I am... | |
| Yeah, I was wondering if his willy was sticking in or out, thanks! | |
| That's okay for now, thank you. | |
| Hello, can we order our meals, please? | |
| I'll have 20, please. | |
