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 Jen, what's up? | |
| See you at the station at 5. | |
| Hello sir, table for two? | |
| That would be the worst, I guess. | |
| I'm talking about leaving the house, of course... | |
| Really? Thank you so much! | |
| Hello, can we order our meals, please? | |
| She hung up on me! F*cking idiot! | |
| You're welcome! | |
| ...Oh yes, I want to talk to my mum, I mean Mrs. Jones, please! | |
| Dear, can you help me walk down the stairs, please? | |
| Alright, see you soon. | |
| Oh, you found some, thank you very much! | |
| Can you start from the beginning, please? | |
| Hello, madam, unfortunately... | |
| No, I don't need anything, thanks. | |
| I guess the bottle is clean, but can you wash the glass, please? | |
| It might help you to relax a bit, I hope... | |
| Thank you, have a nice day! | |
| Well, can you explain how you make that calculation, please? | |
