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 | |
|---|---|
| Oh, you mean Mike, I guess. | |
| Well done, very clever! | |
| Hello sir, table for two? | |
| Alright, see you Cate. | |
| Good night, see you later. | |
| Hello, Joseph, nice to meet you. | |
| Can you summarize it before you go, please? | |
| Oh, you found some, thank you very much! | |
| Well, can you explain how you make that calculation, please? | |
| Umm, I can't remember... You had something meaty, I guess. | |
| Can I have the ad number for it, please? | |
| Hi Rocco, we're okay, thanks. | |
| I guess the bottle is clean, but can you wash the glass, please? | |
| Hello Diego, thanks for taking care of the bag. | |
| Can I have one packet of cigarettes, please? | |
| Dude, picking up sh*t requires another tenner, see ya! | |
| Can we see the kitchen first, please? | |
| Can you still check the stock room, please? | |
| You too, byee! | |
| I just need your name and mobile number, please. | |
