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 | |
|---|---|
| And turn the top and the bottom grills on, please. | |
| Yes, what about them? | |
| Then I missed my appointment at 11:00, of course. | |
| Better late than never! | |
| I'm able to do both at the same time, dear, no worries! | |
| Nice to meet you Cate, see you later! | |
| Hello, can we order our meals, please? | |
| He is made of wood, I believe. | |
| It seems we have to, in any case... | |
| Yes, can I have a glass of chardonnay, please? | |
| No, just a regular one, 4 or 5 pounds, I guess. | |
| Can you open the oven door for me, please? | |
| Can you get me 3 small beers, please? | |
| I just had a bit of toast, what about you? | |
| An entire house!? Way more than we pay now, for sure. | |
| Finally, you've got your precious rice, congratulations! | |
| Can we see the kitchen first, please? | |
| Can you stop bothering me, please? | |
| Okay, see you! | |
| Dude, picking up sh*t requires another tenner, see ya! | |
