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, Joseph, nice to meet you. | |
| I'll have a glass of white wine, too, please. | |
| I will have some fish, I think. | |
| Can we have the menu, please? | |
| Dear, can you help me walk down the stairs, please? | |
| Can I have the ad number for it, please? | |
| You're welcome! | |
| That's okay, no problem. | |
| Good luck for tomorrow, see you. | |
| Could you do me a favour and find us some, please? | |
| Nice to meet you Cate, see you later! | |
| You too, byee! | |
| What about the prices? | |
| Yes, but can we cut them in cubes, please? | |
| Stay on the line, please... | |
| Yes, Cate speaking. | |
| I don't think I would leave my cat to get a room, thank you! | |
| Can you put it on the stove, please? | |
| Alright, see you Cate. | |
| ...It was nice to meet you, too, thanks! | |
