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 sir, table for two? | |
| Yes, but can we cut them in cubes, please? | |
| Alright, see you then. | |
| I am fine, thank you. | |
| Can you start from the beginning, please? | |
| Can you peel some potatoes for me? Please?! | |
| Can you pass me the wine from the fridge, please? | |
| Can you make it bigger, please? | |
| Can you give me some information about the other tenants, please? | |
| What about you? | |
| If you don't have anything better to do, of course. | |
| Okay, why not, if you want. | |
| That's okay, can we do it first thing, please? | |
| More or less? | |
| Can you leave me alone, please! | |
| Hi Laura, congratulations! | |
| Alright, see you soon. | |
| ...Oh yes, I want to talk to my mum, I mean Mrs. Jones, please! | |
| I guess the bottle is clean, but can you wash the glass, please? | |
| You act like a child sometimes, I have to say! | |
