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 | |
|---|---|
| Hello, I'd like to book a table for two for tonight, please. | |
| No, just a regular one, 4 or 5 pounds, I guess. | |
| Umm... That's right, how did I forget that? How stupid I am... | |
| Nice to meet you, Toby! | |
| Can you stop bothering me, please? | |
| Yes, I don't like the aisle, thank you. | |
| Dude, picking up sh*t requires another tenner, see ya! | |
| Can you clean the sink before I start washing, please? | |
| You too, byee! | |
| Can you peel some potatoes for me? Please?! | |
| Yes, but can we cut them in cubes, please? | |
| You act like a child sometimes, I have to say! | |
| Can you still check the stock room, please? | |
| Can we have the menu, please? | |
| ...It was nice to meet you, too, thanks! | |
| Can you look after it carefully, please? | |
| That's okay, no problem. | |
| Alright, see you Cate. | |
| Thank you, madam, see you then! | |
| I am okay, thanks. | |
