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 | |
|---|---|
| And turn the top and the bottom grills on, please. | |
| Hello, madam, unfortunately... | |
| Alright, see you Cate. | |
| Okay, I'm waiting for you, see you then. | |
| And I need a ladle for the chicken stock, that's all, I suppose. | |
| I'll have a glass of white wine, too, please. | |
| That's okay for now, thank you. | |
| Can we see the kitchen first, please? | |
| What about you, Mike? | |
| I just had a bit of toast, what about you? | |
| Okay, see you! | |
| I'll have 20, please. | |
| Then I missed my appointment at 11:00, of course. | |
| I like Artificial Intelligence, what about you? | |
| Thanks for letting me know, bye! | |
| Yes, some prawn crackers and some spring rolls, please. | |
| Stay on the line, please... | |
| They are a f*cking bunch of unprofessional idiots, unbelievable! | |
| Dear, can you help me walk down the stairs, please? | |
| We'll have a bottle of chardonnay and a bottle of sauvignon blanc, thanks Mike. | |
