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. | |
| Is there any chance of getting a table, please? | |
| That's okay, no problem. | |
| Oh, you found some, thank you very much! | |
| Can you open the oven door for me, please? | |
| Can we continue what we were doing please? | |
| Can I have a look at it, please? | |
| I guess the bottle is clean, but can you wash the glass, please? | |
| Nice to meet you, Toby! | |
| I see, what about a tenner then? | |
| To be more realistic, of course! | |
| I was sleeping before you woke me up, what's up? | |
| Hello Diego, thanks for taking care of the bag. | |
| It might help you to relax a bit, I hope... | |
| Sure, no problem. | |
| Okay, why not, if you want. | |
| Can we have the menu, please? | |
| Alright, see you then. | |
| Diego, can you tell me what she said last night, please? | |
| What about this one behind Iceland? | |
