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 you still check the stock room, please? | |
| Okay, I'm waiting for you, see you then. | |
| Thanks for letting me know, bye! | |
| See you later, Nick. | |
| Since they use my stuff we can *borrow* some of their bread, I think. | |
| Maybe later, that's all for now, thank you! | |
| Erm, kind of, but not exactly! | |
| You are being very generous dear, thanks, what about this... | |
| We'll have a bottle of chardonnay and a bottle of sauvignon blanc, thanks Mike. | |
| He is made of wood, I believe. | |
| Cate with a C not a K, can you check it again, please? | |
| See you at the station at 5. | |
| ...It was nice to meet you, too, thanks! | |
| Can you pass me the wine from the fridge, please? | |
| Alright, see you soon. | |
| I'm Cate, nice to meet you, Mike. | |
| Really? Thank you so much! | |
| Hello, can we order our meals, please? | |
| So a bottle would be better, please. | |
| Can you clean the sink before I start washing, please? | |
