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 | |
|---|---|
| Okay, see you! | |
| Yeah, that's better I suppose, thanks. | |
| Yes, some prawn crackers and some spring rolls, please. | |
| Well, can you explain how you make that calculation, please? | |
| Okay, why not, if you want. | |
| Can we have the menu, please? | |
| Dear, can you let him finish, please!? | |
| Well done, very clever! | |
| An entire house!? Way more than we pay now, for sure. | |
| I was sleeping before you woke me up, what's up? | |
| Could you do me a favour and find us some, please? | |
| What's up guys, how is it going? | |
| Can you leave me alone, please! | |
| What about you, Mike? | |
| Thank you, madam, see you then! | |
| Hello, Joseph, nice to meet you. | |
| I am okay, thanks. | |
| Yes, can I have a glass of chardonnay, please? | |
| Can you clean the sink before I start washing, please? | |
| Yes, Cate speaking. | |
