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 | |
|---|---|
| Thanks for letting me know, bye! | |
| Thank you, madam, see you then! | |
| Can you look after it carefully, please? | |
| Yes, but can we cut them in cubes, please? | |
| Can we have our drinks before the meal please? | |
| Alright, see you then. | |
| Can you stop bothering me, please? | |
| And turn the top and the bottom grills on, please. | |
| Can you pass me the wine from the fridge, please? | |
| What about you, Mike? | |
| Thank you, have a nice day! | |
| Really? Thank you so much! | |
| Finally, you've got your precious rice, congratulations! | |
| Can you still check the stock room, please? | |
| Hello, madam, unfortunately... | |
| Umm, my first choice would be Camden Lock, I guess. | |
| Really? It wasn't obvious, thanks for clarifying! | |
| What about the prices? | |
| I guess the bottle is clean, but can you wash the glass, please? | |
| Can I have one packet of cigarettes, please? | |
