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, can we order our meals, please? | |
| I'll have another glass of wine, please. | |
| And it's totally burnt now, gross! | |
| What's her name, by the way? | |
| And I need to change my clothes, of course. | |
| And turn the top and the bottom grills on, please. | |
| I am okay, thanks. | |
| Can you stop bothering me, please? | |
| That's okay, no problem. | |
| Yes, what about them? | |
| I don't think I would leave my cat to get a room, thank you! | |
| Is there any chance of getting a table, please? | |
| Nice to meet you, Toby! | |
| Or can you clean this one, please? | |
| Oh, you found some, thank you very much! | |
| You too, byee! | |
| Thanks for your kind wishes. | |
| Can you put it on the stove, please? | |
| Alright, if you say so! | |
| You act like a child sometimes, I have to say! | |
