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 | |
|---|---|
| Yeah, that's better I suppose, thanks. | |
| Is there any chance of getting a table, please? | |
| Thank you, have a nice day! | |
| Can you put it on the stove, please? | |
| Can you still check the stock room, please? | |
| Can I have one packet of cigarettes, please? | |
| Can we see the bathroom first, please? | |
| Yes, but can we cut them in cubes, please? | |
| We have to preheat the oven, can you turn it on, please? | |
| Can you clean the sink before I start washing, please? | |
| Okay, why not, if you want. | |
| I need them finely chopped, please! | |
| I'm Cate, nice to meet you, Mike. | |
| ...It was nice to meet you, too, thanks! | |
| I just had a bit of toast, what about you? | |
| Maybe, sorry about that. | |
| Sure, no problem. | |
| I don't know what to say, really... | |
| Excuse me, but what about the complaining about Pogo part? | |
| Oh, you found some, thank you very much! | |
