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 | |
|---|---|
| Yes, somewhere comfortable, please. | |
| That's okay, can we do it first thing, please? | |
| And I need a ladle for the chicken stock, that's all, I suppose. | |
| Hello, I'd like to book a table for two for tonight, please. | |
| Really? Thank you so much! | |
| What about you, Mike? | |
| Is there any chance of getting a table, please? | |
| That's perfect! I appreciate it, thank you so much! | |
| Maybe, sorry about that. | |
| Can you leave me alone, please! | |
| Oh, hang on, what about the room upstairs, in your house? | |
| ...Oh yes, I want to talk to my mum, I mean Mrs. Jones, please! | |
| Diego, can you tell me what she said last night, please? | |
| I'll have 20, please. | |
| Can we see the bathroom first, please? | |
| Can you pass me the wine from the fridge, please? | |
| Yes, some prawn crackers and some spring rolls, please. | |
| I just had a bit of toast, what about you? | |
| Yes, can I have a glass of chardonnay, please? | |
| If you don't have anything better to do, of course. | |
