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 | |
|---|---|
| Can you still check the stock room, please? | |
| Yes, some prawn crackers and some spring rolls, please. | |
| Hi Rocco, we're okay, thanks. | |
| Okay, why not, if you want. | |
| Hello, Joseph, nice to meet you. | |
| Yes, but can we cut them in cubes, please? | |
| You're welcome! | |
| Sounds nice, can you show us the room, please? | |
| ...It was nice to meet you, too, thanks! | |
| Sorry Cate! Nice to meet you. | |
| Could you do me a favour and find us some, please? | |
| I don't know, maybe, I suppose so. | |
| See you later, Nick. | |
| Can you start from the beginning, please? | |
| Alright, if you say so! | |
| I'm talking about leaving the house, of course... | |
| Hello, can we order our meals, please? | |
| We'll have a bottle of chardonnay and a bottle of sauvignon blanc, thanks Mike. | |
| Okay, I'm waiting for you, see you then. | |
| Umm, I can't remember... You had something meaty, I guess. | |
