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 | |
|---|---|
| Hm, yes, can I get £20 cashback, please? | |
| Can you make it bigger, please? | |
| Can we have our drinks before the meal please? | |
| If you don't have anything better to do, of course. | |
| Thanks for letting me know, bye! | |
| Since they use my stuff we can *borrow* some of their bread, I think. | |
| ...It was nice to meet you, too, thanks! | |
| Oh, hang on, what about the room upstairs, in your house? | |
| Well done, very clever! | |
| I'll have a glass of white wine, too, please. | |
| I will have some fish, I think. | |
| Or can you clean this one, please? | |
| Alright, if you say so! | |
| See you later, Nick. | |
| Good night, see you later. | |
| Excuse me, but what about the complaining about Pogo part? | |
| Can we see the bathroom first, please? | |
| Nice to meet you, Toby! | |
| Can you still check the stock room, please? | |
| Dear, can you help me walk down the stairs, please? | |
