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, I'd like to book a table for two for tonight, please. | |
| Can you still check the stock room, please? | |
| Maybe, sorry about that. | |
| She couldn't stand seeing your ugly face anymore, I guess. | |
| Hi Rocco, we're okay, thanks. | |
| Can I take your name and mobile number, please? | |
| Hello, madam, unfortunately... | |
| I'm able to do both at the same time, dear, no worries! | |
| That would be nice, thank you. | |
| Yeah, I was wondering if his willy was sticking in or out, thanks! | |
| Can we see the bathroom first, please? | |
| Can you leave me alone, please! | |
| Thanks for your kind wishes. | |
| Nice to meet you Cate, see you later! | |
| More or less? | |
| He looks a bit scared, because he can smell Bear, I think. | |
| Can you make it bigger, please? | |
| We have to preheat the oven, can you turn it on, please? | |
| Can you pass me the cutting board and the knife, please? | |
| Oh come on! Can we just talk about something else, please! | |
