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 | |
|---|---|
| I don't think I would leave my cat to get a room, thank you! | |
| Umm, my first choice would be Camden Lock, I guess. | |
| Hello, I'd like to book a table for two for tonight, please. | |
| It might help you to relax a bit, I hope... | |
| I'll have another glass of wine, please. | |
| Alright, see you soon. | |
| Hello Dick, nice to meet you. | |
| Can you open the oven door for me, please? | |
| So a bottle would be better, please. | |
| I am fine, thank you. | |
| And I need to change my clothes, of course. | |
| You too, byee! | |
| ...Oh yes, I want to talk to my mum, I mean Mrs. Jones, please! | |
| Cate with a C not a K, can you check it again, please? | |
| Can you make it bigger, please? | |
| I don't know what to say, really... | |
| What about you, Mike? | |
| Could you do me a favour and find us some, please? | |
| Umm... That's right, how did I forget that? How stupid I am... | |
| Is there any chance of getting a table, please? | |
