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 | |
|---|---|
| Finally, you've got your precious rice, congratulations! | |
| Or can you clean this one, please? | |
| You are being very generous dear, thanks, what about this... | |
| What's her name, by the way? | |
| Can you pass me the wine from the fridge, please? | |
| Nice to meet you Cate, see you later! | |
| Umm, my first choice would be Camden Lock, I guess. | |
| Congratulations, well spotted! | |
| Cate with a C not a K, can you check it again, please? | |
| Can we see the bathroom first, please? | |
| That's perfect! I appreciate it, thank you so much! | |
| Can you start from the beginning, please? | |
| Alright! See you, bye. | |
| Can we see the kitchen first, please? | |
| You're welcome! | |
| I am fine, thank you. | |
| We'll have the mussels, the calamari, some shrimp and the grilled fish, please. | |
| I'll have a glass of white wine, too, please. | |
| Yeah, I was wondering if his willy was sticking in or out, thanks! | |
| Hello, madam, unfortunately... | |
