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 | |
|---|---|
| Good luck for tomorrow, see you. | |
| Yes, I don't like the aisle, thank you. | |
| Hello Dick, nice to meet you. | |
| That's okay for now, thank you. | |
| I see, what about a tenner then? | |
| And I need a ladle for the chicken stock, that's all, I suppose. | |
| Can you pass me the cutting board and the knife, please? | |
| Can you open the oven door for me, please? | |
| That's okay, can we do it first thing, please? | |
| I don't know what to say, really... | |
| Hello, I'd like to book a table for two for tonight, please. | |
| Thank you, have a nice day! | |
| Nice to meet you Cate, see you later! | |
| Alright, see you soon. | |
| And it's totally burnt now, gross! | |
| What's her name, by the way? | |
| Hello Diego, thanks for taking care of the bag. | |
| Well, can you explain how you make that calculation, please? | |
| I was sleeping before you woke me up, what's up? | |
| Nice to meet you, Toby! | |
