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 | |
|---|---|
| Hi Laura, congratulations! | |
| Hi Rocco, we're okay, thanks. | |
| I'm Cate, nice to meet you, Mike. | |
| Better late than never! | |
| Hello Dick, nice to meet you. | |
| Really? It wasn't obvious, thanks for clarifying! | |
| You are being very generous dear, thanks, what about this... | |
| Can you pass me the cutting board and the knife, please? | |
| Thanks for your kind wishes. | |
| Thanks for letting me know, bye! | |
| Congratulations, well spotted! | |
| ...It was nice to meet you, too, thanks! | |
| Yes, can I have a glass of chardonnay, please? | |
| Hello, madam, unfortunately... | |
| I need them finely chopped, please! | |
| Can you give me some information about the other tenants, please? | |
| Cate, I'm taking my bag with me, so no need to worry. | |
| Can you pass me the wine from the fridge, please? | |
| Yes, some prawn crackers and some spring rolls, please. | |
| Can you clean the sink before I start washing, please? | |
