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 | |
|---|---|
| Oh come on! Can we just talk about something else, please! | |
| ...Oh yes, I want to talk to my mum, I mean Mrs. Jones, please! | |
| Okay Toby, my loudmouth friend, sorry to say... | |
| We'll have the mussels, the calamari, some shrimp and the grilled fish, please. | |
| I'll have 20, please. | |
| I don't think I would leave my cat to get a room, thank you! | |
| Hello sir, table for two? | |
| Hello, I'd like to book a table for two for tonight, please. | |
| So a bottle would be better, please. | |
| I was sleeping before you woke me up, what's up? | |
| Good night, see you later. | |
| Can we have the menu, please? | |
| You too, byee! | |
| Is there any chance of getting a table, please? | |
| He looks a bit scared, because he can smell Bear, I think. | |
| Yeah, I was wondering if his willy was sticking in or out, thanks! | |
| Can you pass me the wine from the fridge, please? | |
| Alright, see you soon. | |
| Can you leave me alone, please! | |
| Sounds nice, can you show us the room, please? | |
