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 | |
|---|---|
| Hi Laura, congratulations! | |
| Alright, see you Cate. | |
| Hello sir, table for two? | |
| Hello Dick, nice to meet you. | |
| We'll have the mussels, the calamari, some shrimp and the grilled fish, please. | |
| Oh, you mean Mike, I guess. | |
| ...Oh yes, I want to talk to my mum, I mean Mrs. Jones, please! | |
| That would be nice, thank you. | |
| Cate, I'm taking my bag with me, so no need to worry. | |
| Umm, my first choice would be Camden Lock, I guess. | |
| Sounds nice, can you show us the room, please? | |
| I guess the bottle is clean, but can you wash the glass, please? | |
| It seems we have to, in any case... | |
| I was sleeping before you woke me up, what's up? | |
| Can you peel some potatoes for me? Please?! | |
| Oh, hang on, what about the room upstairs, in your house? | |
| Alright, see you then. | |
| He is made of wood, I believe. | |
| Hi Rocco, we're okay, thanks. | |
| You are being very generous dear, thanks, what about this... | |
