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 | |
|---|---|
| Thank you, have a nice day! | |
| That would be nice, thank you. | |
| Yes, but can we cut them in cubes, please? | |
| Can I take your name and mobile number, please? | |
| Alright, see you then. | |
| I just need your name and mobile number, please. | |
| Yes, I don't like the aisle, thank you. | |
| Yes, can I have a glass of chardonnay, please? | |
| It might help you to relax a bit, I hope... | |
| ...It was nice to meet you, too, thanks! | |
| We have to preheat the oven, can you turn it on, please? | |
| I need them finely chopped, please! | |
| She couldn't stand seeing your ugly face anymore, I guess. | |
| What about you? | |
| I don't think I would leave my cat to get a room, thank you! | |
| No, just a regular one, 4 or 5 pounds, I guess. | |
| We'll have the mussels, the calamari, some shrimp and the grilled fish, please. | |
| Congratulations, well spotted! | |
| You act like a child sometimes, I have to say! | |
| Can you stop bothering me, please? | |
