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 I have the ad number for it, please? | |
| Can you pass me the wine from the fridge, please? | |
| Nice to meet you, Toby! | |
| Hi Rocco, we're okay, thanks. | |
| Alright, see you Cate. | |
| What about this one behind Iceland? | |
| I'm able to do both at the same time, dear, no worries! | |
| We'll have a bottle of chardonnay and a bottle of sauvignon blanc, thanks Mike. | |
| Yes, can I have a glass of chardonnay, please? | |
| Diego, can you tell me what she said last night, please? | |
| Hello Jen, what's up? | |
| Cate, I'm taking my bag with me, so no need to worry. | |
| Yes, some prawn crackers and some spring rolls, please. | |
| Can you start from the beginning, please? | |
| See you later, Nick. | |
| Then I missed my appointment at 11:00, of course. | |
| Can you still check the stock room, please? | |
| Can you open the oven door for me, please? | |
| Really? Very interesting. | |
| Sure, no problem. | |
