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 | |
|---|---|
| It might help you to relax a bit, I hope... | |
| I'll have a glass of white wine, too, please. | |
| Okay, thank you very much. | |
| Congratulations, well spotted! | |
| That would be nice, thank you. | |
| You act like a child sometimes, I have to say! | |
| Sure, no problem. | |
| Can we have the menu, please? | |
| Can you open the oven door for me, please? | |
| Dude, picking up sh*t requires another tenner, see ya! | |
| Thank you, have a nice day! | |
| Can we see the bathroom first, please? | |
| Can you stop reminding me about the 10-day situation, please!? | |
| Then I missed my appointment at 11:00, of course. | |
| Alright, if you say so! | |
| I don't know what to say, really... | |
| Hello, can we order our meals, please? | |
| Oh, you mean Mike, I guess. | |
| You're welcome! | |
| Can we have our drinks before the meal please? | |
