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 | |
|---|---|
| No, just a regular one, 4 or 5 pounds, I guess. | |
| Hello, can we order our meals, please? | |
| Yes, I don't like the aisle, thank you. | |
| Yes, what about them? | |
| Can you summarize it before you go, please? | |
| I'll have another glass of wine, please. | |
| Dear, can you help me walk down the stairs, please? | |
| Can I have the ad number for it, please? | |
| Hello Diego, thanks for taking care of the bag. | |
| That's perfect! I appreciate it, thank you so much! | |
| And I need to change my clothes, of course. | |
| You are being very generous dear, thanks, what about this... | |
| Good luck for tomorrow, see you. | |
| He is made of wood, I believe. | |
| Hello Dick, nice to meet you. | |
| I guess the bottle is clean, but can you wash the glass, please? | |
| Alright, see you then. | |
| Can you give me some information about the other tenants, please? | |
| Hello, I'd like to book a table for two for tonight, please. | |
| Could you chop some onions for me? Please?! | |
