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 | |
|---|---|
| You're welcome! | |
| Alright, see you then. | |
| Can you make it bigger, please? | |
| Can you put it on the stove, please? | |
| More or less? | |
| Well, can you explain how you make that calculation, please? | |
| Hello, I'd like to book a table for two for tonight, please. | |
| Cate with a C not a K, can you check it again, please? | |
| I'll have 20, please. | |
| They are a f*cking bunch of unprofessional idiots, unbelievable! | |
| Can I have one packet of cigarettes, please? | |
| Sounds nice, can you show us the room, please? | |
| Hello Jen, what's up? | |
| Can I take your name and mobile number, please? | |
| Good luck for tomorrow, see you. | |
| Yes, somewhere comfortable, please. | |
| I am okay, thanks. | |
| Yes, I don't like the aisle, thank you. | |
| What about you, Mike? | |
| I'm able to do both at the same time, dear, no worries! | |
