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 | |
|---|---|
| Umm... That's right, how did I forget that? How stupid I am... | |
| Yes, I don't like the aisle, thank you. | |
| Can we have the menu, please? | |
| And I need a ladle for the chicken stock, that's all, I suppose. | |
| You are being very generous dear, thanks, what about this... | |
| It seems we have to, in any case... | |
| I don't think I would leave my cat to get a room, thank you! | |
| Is there any chance of getting a table, please? | |
| Can you leave me alone, please! | |
| Can I have one packet of cigarettes, please? | |
| Could you chop some onions for me? Please?! | |
| What about you, Mike? | |
| And turn the top and the bottom grills on, please. | |
| I'll have 20, please. | |
| Alright! See you, bye. | |
| Good night, see you later. | |
| Okay Toby, my loudmouth friend, sorry to say... | |
| Yes, somewhere comfortable, please. | |
| Good luck for tomorrow, see you. | |
| Yes, but can we cut them in cubes, please? | |
