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 | |
|---|---|
| See you at the station at 5. | |
| Can you still check the stock room, please? | |
| What about the prices? | |
| Really? It wasn't obvious, thanks for clarifying! | |
| Oh, you mean Mike, I guess. | |
| Well, can you explain how you make that calculation, please? | |
| So a bottle would be better, please. | |
| Is there any chance of getting a table, please? | |
| That would be nice, thank you. | |
| Really? Thank you so much! | |
| Cate with a C not a K, can you check it again, please? | |
| Finally, you've got your precious rice, congratulations! | |
| Could you chop some onions for me? Please?! | |
| I'm Cate, nice to meet you, Mike. | |
| Yes, somewhere comfortable, please. | |
| We'll have a bottle of chardonnay and a bottle of sauvignon blanc, thanks Mike. | |
| I've found 2 viewable houses, what about you? | |
| Really? Very interesting. | |
| Can you stop reminding me about the 10-day situation, please!? | |
| Yeah, I was wondering if his willy was sticking in or out, thanks! | |
