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 | |
|---|---|
| It might help you to relax a bit, I hope... | |
| Hi Rocco, we're okay, thanks. | |
| Yes, somewhere comfortable, please. | |
| Maybe, sorry about that. | |
| Okay, why not, if you want. | |
| Can you still check the stock room, please? | |
| I'm Cate, nice to meet you, Mike. | |
| I see, what about a tenner then? | |
| What about you? | |
| I just need your name and mobile number, please. | |
| I am fine, thank you. | |
| I just had a bit of toast, what about you? | |
| Can you leave me alone, please! | |
| ...Oh yes, I want to talk to my mum, I mean Mrs. Jones, please! | |
| We'll have a bottle of chardonnay and a bottle of sauvignon blanc, thanks Mike. | |
| Thanks for letting me know, bye! | |
| What about the prices? | |
| That would be nice, see you tomorrow then. | |
| Hello sir, table for two? | |
| Finally, you've got your precious rice, congratulations! | |
