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 | |
|---|---|
| Hello, can we order our meals, please? | |
| Congratulations, well spotted! | |
| Can you start from the beginning, please? | |
| Oh come on! Can we just talk about something else, please! | |
| Yes, what about them? | |
| If you don't have anything better to do, of course. | |
| Thanks for letting me know, bye! | |
| No, I'm okay, thanks. | |
| I just need your name and mobile number, please. | |
| I'll have 20, please. | |
| Cate, I'm taking my bag with me, so no need to worry. | |
| Could you chop some onions for me? Please?! | |
| He is made of wood, I believe. | |
| Can you stop bothering me, please? | |
| We'll have a bottle of chardonnay and a bottle of sauvignon blanc, thanks Mike. | |
| I like Artificial Intelligence, what about you? | |
| I don't know, maybe, I suppose so. | |
| Alright, see you soon. | |
| I guess the bottle is clean, but can you wash the glass, please? | |
| Hi Rocco, we're okay, thanks. | |
