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'm Cate, nice to meet you, Mike. | |
| Dude, picking up sh*t requires another tenner, see ya! | |
| Can you clean the sink before I start washing, please? | |
| To be more realistic, of course! | |
| Sounds nice, can you show us the room, please? | |
| Thank you, have a nice day! | |
| Can you still check the stock room, please? | |
| Yes, Cate speaking. | |
| I will have some fish, I think. | |
| Excuse me, but what about the complaining about Pogo part? | |
| Can we have our drinks before the meal please? | |
| Thanks for your kind wishes. | |
| An entire house!? Way more than we pay now, for sure. | |
| I am okay, thanks. | |
| Hi Laura, congratulations! | |
| Stay on the line, please... | |
| Can I take your name and mobile number, please? | |
| Hello sir, table for two? | |
| I don't think I would leave my cat to get a room, thank you! | |
| ...It was nice to meet you, too, thanks! | |
