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 | |
|---|---|
| We'll have a bottle of chardonnay and a bottle of sauvignon blanc, thanks Mike. | |
| I just need your name and mobile number, please. | |
| To be more realistic, of course! | |
| You're welcome! | |
| Dear, can you help me walk down the stairs, please? | |
| Alright, see you then. | |
| You too, byee! | |
| Can you stop reminding me about the 10-day situation, please!? | |
| Can you start from the beginning, please? | |
| Can you give me some information about the other tenants, please? | |
| Umm, my first choice would be Camden Lock, I guess. | |
| Erm, kind of, but not exactly! | |
| Cate, I'm taking my bag with me, so no need to worry. | |
| What about you? | |
| Hi Laura, congratulations! | |
| I don't know, maybe, I suppose so. | |
| Oh come on! Can we just talk about something else, please! | |
| I don't know what to say, really... | |
| Can we continue what we were doing please? | |
| Can I have a look at it, please? | |
