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? | |
| I'm able to do both at the same time, dear, no worries! | |
| Hello, madam, unfortunately... | |
| Oh come on! Can we just talk about something else, please! | |
| Cate with a C not a K, can you check it again, please? | |
| Really? It wasn't obvious, thanks for clarifying! | |
| Thank you, have a nice day! | |
| Alright! See you, bye. | |
| Diego, can you tell me what she said last night, please? | |
| What's up guys, how is it going? | |
| I've found 2 viewable houses, what about you? | |
| And it's totally burnt now, gross! | |
| Thanks for your kind wishes. | |
| You are being very generous dear, thanks, what about this... | |
| Can you look after it carefully, please? | |
| An entire house!? Way more than we pay now, for sure. | |
| Can you peel some potatoes for me? Please?! | |
| Oh, you mean Mike, I guess. | |
| Hi Rocco, we're okay, thanks. | |
| And I need to change my clothes, of course. | |
