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! | |
| Yes, Cate speaking. | |
| That would be nice, thank you. | |
| Hello sir, table for two? | |
| Yes, I don't like the aisle, thank you. | |
| Dude, picking up sh*t requires another tenner, see ya! | |
| He looks a bit scared, because he can smell Bear, I think. | |
| Can I have a look at it, please? | |
| I'm Cate, nice to meet you, Mike. | |
| Thank you, have a nice day! | |
| Can you get me 3 small beers, please? | |
| That would be nice, see you tomorrow then. | |
| Dear, can you help me walk down the stairs, please? | |
| Well done, very clever! | |
| Yes, some prawn crackers and some spring rolls, please. | |
| Is there any chance of getting a table, please? | |
| Nice to meet you Cate, see you later! | |
| An entire house!? Way more than we pay now, for sure. | |
| Good night, see you later. | |
| Since they use my stuff we can *borrow* some of their bread, I think. | |
