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 | |
|---|---|
| Can you start from the beginning, please? | |
| Can you pass me the wine from the fridge, please? | |
| Okay, see you! | |
| We have to preheat the oven, can you turn it on, please? | |
| Hello sir, table for two? | |
| Better late than never! | |
| Yes, I don't like the aisle, thank you. | |
| You are being very generous dear, thanks, what about this... | |
| No, just a regular one, 4 or 5 pounds, I guess. | |
| Can you make it bigger, please? | |
| What about this one behind Iceland? | |
| I'll have a glass of white wine, too, please. | |
| Yes, some prawn crackers and some spring rolls, please. | |
| Can you stop reminding me about the 10-day situation, please!? | |
| Oh, you mean Mike, I guess. | |
| Diego, can you tell me what she said last night, please? | |
| Can you peel some potatoes for me? Please?! | |
| Dear, can you let him finish, please!? | |
| Oh come on! Can we just talk about something else, please! | |
| Yes, can I have a glass of chardonnay, please? | |
