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 | |
|---|---|
| Thanks for letting me know, bye! | |
| Really? Very interesting. | |
| It might help you to relax a bit, I hope... | |
| Hm, yes, can I get £20 cashback, please? | |
| Can we have the menu, please? | |
| That would be nice, thank you. | |
| I need them finely chopped, please! | |
| Is there any chance of getting a table, please? | |
| I will have some fish, I think. | |
| Can we continue what we were doing please? | |
| Hello Dick, nice to meet you. | |
| Thank you, madam, see you then! | |
| Can you stop bothering me, please? | |
| They are a f*cking bunch of unprofessional idiots, unbelievable! | |
| Can you make it bigger, please? | |
| I'll have another glass of wine, please. | |
| We have to preheat the oven, can you turn it on, please? | |
| Yes, some prawn crackers and some spring rolls, please. | |
| Dear, can you help me walk down the stairs, please? | |
| You're welcome! | |
