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 | |
|---|---|
| Okay, thank you very much. | |
| Hello, Joseph, nice to meet you. | |
| ...Oh yes, I want to talk to my mum, I mean Mrs. Jones, please! | |
| If you don't have anything better to do, of course. | |
| Hello sir, table for two? | |
| Maybe later, that's all for now, thank you! | |
| Oh, you mean Mike, I guess. | |
| Dear, can you let him finish, please!? | |
| Yes, Cate speaking. | |
| Can I have the ad number for it, please? | |
| Congratulations, well spotted! | |
| Is there any chance of getting a table, please? | |
| Can we have our drinks before the meal please? | |
| Really? Thank you so much! | |
| Thank you, madam, see you then! | |
| Okay Toby, my loudmouth friend, sorry to say... | |
| Dear, can you help me walk down the stairs, please? | |
| Sorry Cate! Nice to meet you. | |
| Alright, see you then. | |
| Can you put it on the stove, please? | |
