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 | |
|---|---|
| Maybe later, that's all for now, thank you! | |
| Is there any chance of getting a table, please? | |
| Hello Jen, what's up? | |
| Well, can you explain how you make that calculation, please? | |
| Yeah, I was wondering if his willy was sticking in or out, thanks! | |
| I don't think I would leave my cat to get a room, thank you! | |
| Could you chop some onions for me? Please?! | |
| Hi Laura, congratulations! | |
| I guess the bottle is clean, but can you wash the glass, please? | |
| Yes, what about them? | |
| What's her name, by the way? | |
| Diego, can you tell me what she said last night, please? | |
| Hello, Joseph, nice to meet you. | |
| We have to preheat the oven, can you turn it on, please? | |
| Hello sir, table for two? | |
| ...Oh yes, I want to talk to my mum, I mean Mrs. Jones, please! | |
| Can you get me 3 small beers, please? | |
| That's perfect! I appreciate it, thank you so much! | |
| Sorry Cate! Nice to meet you. | |
| Can we have the menu, please? | |
