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 | |
|---|---|
| Okay, thank you very much. | |
| Can we see the kitchen first, please? | |
| What's her name, by the way? | |
| Alright, see you soon. | |
| Hello, madam, unfortunately... | |
| Finally, you've got your precious rice, congratulations! | |
| See you later, Nick. | |
| Sorry Cate! Nice to meet you. | |
| Can you still check the stock room, please? | |
| Yes, Cate speaking. | |
| I'll have 20, please. | |
| Can I have one packet of cigarettes, please? | |
| Hm, yes, can I get £20 cashback, please? | |
| Really? Very interesting. | |
| Can you pass me the wine from the fridge, please? | |
| We'll have the mussels, the calamari, some shrimp and the grilled fish, please. | |
| I like Artificial Intelligence, what about you? | |
| Sounds nice, can you show us the room, please? | |
| Can you get me 3 small beers, please? | |
| Oh, hang on, what about the room upstairs, in your house? | |
