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 | |
|---|---|
| Can you clean the sink before I start washing, please? | |
| I'll have a glass of white wine, too, please. | |
| Is there any chance of getting a table, please? | |
| Can I have a look at it, please? | |
| Hello sir, table for two? | |
| Hi Rocco, we're okay, thanks. | |
| That's okay, can we do it first thing, please? | |
| Really? Very interesting. | |
| That would be nice, see you tomorrow then. | |
| Can you open the oven door for me, please? | |
| She couldn't stand seeing your ugly face anymore, I guess. | |
| Hello Dick, nice to meet you. | |
| Can you pass me the cutting board and the knife, please? | |
| Hi Laura, congratulations! | |
| Stay on the line, please... | |
| Can we continue what we were doing please? | |
| Okay, I'm waiting for you, see you then. | |
| Can you leave me alone, please! | |
| Alright, see you soon. | |
| What about this one behind Iceland? | |
