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 | |
|---|---|
| Since they use my stuff we can *borrow* some of their bread, I think. | |
| Thanks for letting me know, bye! | |
| I'll have 20, please. | |
| See you at the station at 5. | |
| No, just a regular one, 4 or 5 pounds, I guess. | |
| So a bottle would be better, please. | |
| Could you do me a favour and find us some, please? | |
| Oh, you mean Mike, I guess. | |
| Can you start from the beginning, please? | |
| Can we have the menu, please? | |
| What about the prices? | |
| Dear, can you let him finish, please!? | |
| Can I have a look at it, please? | |
| Really? Thank you so much! | |
| Can we see the bathroom first, please? | |
| It seems we have to, in any case... | |
| Then I missed my appointment at 11:00, of course. | |
| Sounds nice, can you show us the room, please? | |
| Hello, Joseph, nice to meet you. | |
| I need them finely chopped, please! | |
