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 | |
|---|---|
| She couldn't stand seeing your ugly face anymore, I guess. | |
| Alright, see you Cate. | |
| Can you summarize it before you go, please? | |
| Nice to meet you, Toby! | |
| To be more realistic, of course! | |
| Could you do me a favour and find us some, please? | |
| I see, what about a tenner then? | |
| Hello, I'd like to book a table for two for tonight, please. | |
| Thank you, have a nice day! | |
| Can you make it bigger, please? | |
| Nice to meet you Cate, see you later! | |
| Good night, see you later. | |
| ...Oh yes, I want to talk to my mum, I mean Mrs. Jones, please! | |
| Stay on the line, please... | |
| He is made of wood, I believe. | |
| Sorry Cate! Nice to meet you. | |
| I don't know, maybe, I suppose so. | |
| Can you start from the beginning, please? | |
| Can you peel some potatoes for me? Please?! | |
| Hello, Joseph, nice to meet you. | |
