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 | |
|---|---|
| Sure, no problem. | |
| Can I have the ad number for it, please? | |
| To be more realistic, of course! | |
| You too, byee! | |
| Can you open the oven door for me, please? | |
| That's okay, no problem. | |
| Nice to meet you Cate, see you later! | |
| Better late than never! | |
| I'm Cate, nice to meet you, Mike. | |
| Can I take your name and mobile number, please? | |
| What about this one behind Iceland? | |
| ...It was nice to meet you, too, thanks! | |
| What about you? | |
| Stay on the line, please... | |
| Thanks for your kind wishes. | |
| Can we have the menu, please? | |
| Can you look after it carefully, please? | |
| Really? Thank you so much! | |
| I'll have a glass of white wine, too, please. | |
| Alright, see you soon. | |
