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 | |
|---|---|
| Hello sir, table for two? | |
| Okay Toby, my loudmouth friend, sorry to say... | |
| It seems we have to, in any case... | |
| Nice to meet you Cate, see you later! | |
| ...It was nice to meet you, too, thanks! | |
| Can we have our drinks before the meal please? | |
| Oh, you found some, thank you very much! | |
| I will have some fish, I think. | |
| And I need a ladle for the chicken stock, that's all, I suppose. | |
| Can I have one packet of cigarettes, please? | |
| Sure, no problem. | |
| Yes, I don't like the aisle, thank you. | |
| Yes, some prawn crackers and some spring rolls, please. | |
| Cate, I'm taking my bag with me, so no need to worry. | |
| An entire house!? Way more than we pay now, for sure. | |
| You act like a child sometimes, I have to say! | |
| Thank you, madam, see you then! | |
| Better late than never! | |
| Alright, see you then. | |
| I don't know, maybe, I suppose so. | |
