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 don't know what to say, really... | |
| Can you leave me alone, please! | |
| Can you pass me the wine from the fridge, please? | |
| Can you stop reminding me about the 10-day situation, please!? | |
| ...It was nice to meet you, too, thanks! | |
| Thank you, have a nice day! | |
| Oh, hang on, what about the room upstairs, in your house? | |
| Yes, somewhere comfortable, please. | |
| Hi Laura, congratulations! | |
| I'll have a glass of white wine, too, please. | |
| ...Oh yes, I want to talk to my mum, I mean Mrs. Jones, please! | |
| Diego, can you tell me what she said last night, please? | |
| Hello Jen, what's up? | |
| Hello, I'd like to book a table for two for tonight, please. | |
| Umm, I can't remember... You had something meaty, I guess. | |
| Well done, very clever! | |
| That's okay, no problem. | |
| Good night, see you later. | |
| Can you stop bothering me, please? | |
| Sounds nice, can you show us the room, please? | |
