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 | |
|---|---|
| Diego! You little b*stard. | |
| Can you put it on the stove, please? | |
| I'll have a glass of white wine, too, please. | |
| Hello sir, table for two? | |
| That would be nice, see you tomorrow then. | |
| So a bottle would be better, please. | |
| Nice to meet you Cate, see you later! | |
| Hello, madam, unfortunately... | |
| Could you do me a favour and find us some, please? | |
| See you later, Nick. | |
| Good luck for tomorrow, see you. | |
| Yes, what about them? | |
| Hi Rocco, we're okay, thanks. | |
| Can you pass me the wine from the fridge, please? | |
| Sounds nice, can you show us the room, please? | |
| To be more realistic, of course! | |
| Hello Dick, nice to meet you. | |
| An entire house!? Way more than we pay now, for sure. | |
| Can you look after it carefully, please? | |
| What's her name, by the way? | |
