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 | |
|---|---|
| Nice to meet you, Toby! | |
| I really have to go now, see you there, kisses... | |
| I'll have a glass of white wine, too, please. | |
| Cate, I'm taking my bag with me, so no need to worry. | |
| Can I take your name and mobile number, please? | |
| Can we see the bathroom first, please? | |
| Yes, somewhere comfortable, please. | |
| Maybe later, that's all for now, thank you! | |
| I see, what about a tenner then? | |
| We have to preheat the oven, can you turn it on, please? | |
| See you later, Nick. | |
| Hi Laura, congratulations! | |
| Nice to meet you Cate, see you later! | |
| Hi Rocco, we're okay, thanks. | |
| You are being very generous dear, thanks, what about this... | |
| I don't know what to say, really... | |
| Okay, why not, if you want. | |
| She hung up on me! F*cking idiot! | |
| Umm, I can't remember... You had something meaty, I guess. | |
| Could you chop some onions for me? Please?! | |
