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 | |
|---|---|
| That's okay, no problem. | |
| Okay, why not, if you want. | |
| She couldn't stand seeing your ugly face anymore, I guess. | |
| Yes, somewhere comfortable, please. | |
| An entire house!? Way more than we pay now, for sure. | |
| Can you stop bothering me, please? | |
| Okay, see you! | |
| That's wonderful, thank you very much! | |
| What about the prices? | |
| Thank you, madam, see you then! | |
| Hello, I'd like to book a table for two for tonight, please. | |
| Can we have the menu, please? | |
| Can we see the bathroom first, please? | |
| Can you open the oven door for me, please? | |
| Can I have the ad number for it, please? | |
| Maybe, sorry about that. | |
| Umm, my first choice would be Camden Lock, I guess. | |
| So a bottle would be better, please. | |
| Sorry Cate! Nice to meet you. | |
| What about you, Mike? | |
