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 | |
|---|---|
| That's okay, can we do it first thing, please? | |
| Alright, see you soon. | |
| Yes, but can we cut them in cubes, please? | |
| See you at the station at 5. | |
| What about you? | |
| Alright! See you, bye. | |
| I don't know, maybe, I suppose so. | |
| Congratulations, well spotted! | |
| Hello sir, table for two? | |
| Can you pass me the wine from the fridge, please? | |
| Hello, madam, unfortunately... | |
| Yes, I don't like the aisle, thank you. | |
| Can you start from the beginning, please? | |
| Can you summarize it before you go, please? | |
| Diego! You little b*stard. | |
| Finally, you've got your precious rice, congratulations! | |
| Can you pass me the cutting board and the knife, please? | |
| You act like a child sometimes, I have to say! | |
| Okay, why not, if you want. | |
| That's perfect! I appreciate it, thank you so much! | |
