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 | |
|---|---|
| Hello Dick, nice to meet you. | |
| I'll have another glass of wine, please. | |
| Umm, I can't remember... You had something meaty, I guess. | |
| Can you give me some information about the other tenants, please? | |
| Sorry Cate! Nice to meet you. | |
| I am fine, thank you. | |
| Hello, madam, unfortunately... | |
| We'll have the mussels, the calamari, some shrimp and the grilled fish, please. | |
| Or can you clean this one, please? | |
| What about the prices? | |
| Hi Rocco, we're okay, thanks. | |
| Can you start from the beginning, please? | |
| You are being very generous dear, thanks, what about this... | |
| No, I don't need anything, thanks. | |
| Thank you, madam, see you then! | |
| Hello sir, table for two? | |
| Stay on the line, please... | |
| Okay Toby, my loudmouth friend, sorry to say... | |
| Maybe later, that's all for now, thank you! | |
| Hm, yes, can I get £20 cashback, please? | |
