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 | |
|---|---|
| See you at the station at 5. | |
| Hi Laura, congratulations! | |
| No, I don't need anything, thanks. | |
| Can you make it bigger, please? | |
| I'm able to do both at the same time, dear, no worries! | |
| What about the prices? | |
| See you later, Nick. | |
| What about you, Mike? | |
| Yes, some prawn crackers and some spring rolls, please. | |
| Can we see the bathroom first, please? | |
| That's perfect! I appreciate it, thank you so much! | |
| That's wonderful, thank you very much! | |
| Can you give me some information about the other tenants, please? | |
| Can you open the oven door for me, please? | |
| No, I'm okay, thanks. | |
| Nice to meet you, Toby! | |
| I'll have another glass of wine, please. | |
| Can you pass me the wine from the fridge, please? | |
| Thanks for letting me know, bye! | |
| That would be nice, thank you. | |
