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 | |
|---|---|
| I just need your name and mobile number, please. | |
| Hi Rocco, we're okay, thanks. | |
| Thank you, have a nice day! | |
| I was sleeping before you woke me up, what's up? | |
| Can you put it on the stove, please? | |
| What's up guys, how is it going? | |
| Can we have the menu, please? | |
| Finally, you've got your precious rice, congratulations! | |
| What about this one behind Iceland? | |
| Cate with a C not a K, can you check it again, please? | |
| Can we have our drinks before the meal please? | |
| You are being very generous dear, thanks, what about this... | |
| Well done, very clever! | |
| Hello Jen, what's up? | |
| Can you clean the sink before I start washing, please? | |
| I will have some fish, I think. | |
| ...Oh yes, I want to talk to my mum, I mean Mrs. Jones, please! | |
| We have to preheat the oven, can you turn it on, please? | |
| Really? Very interesting. | |
| No, I'm okay, thanks. | |
