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 | |
|---|---|
| Yes, can I have a glass of chardonnay, please? | |
| Erm, kind of, but not exactly! | |
| Umm, I can't remember... You had something meaty, I guess. | |
| Thanks for letting me know, bye! | |
| Can I have one packet of cigarettes, please? | |
| Can you stop reminding me about the 10-day situation, please!? | |
| I really have to go now, see you there, kisses... | |
| Can I have a look at it, please? | |
| Can you clean the sink before I start washing, please? | |
| You act like a child sometimes, I have to say! | |
| Okay, why not, if you want. | |
| Umm... That's right, how did I forget that? How stupid I am... | |
| Can we continue what we were doing please? | |
| I need them finely chopped, please! | |
| That's okay for now, thank you. | |
| Alright! See you, bye. | |
| Alright, if you say so! | |
| Hello sir, table for two? | |
| What about you, Mike? | |
| Alright, see you soon. | |
