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 | |
|---|---|
| Can we have the menu, please? | |
| That would be nice, see you tomorrow then. | |
| Since they use my stuff we can *borrow* some of their bread, I think. | |
| I'll have a glass of white wine, too, please. | |
| Can we continue what we were doing please? | |
| Can you get me 3 small beers, please? | |
| Hello, I'd like to book a table for two for tonight, please. | |
| Yes, but can we cut them in cubes, please? | |
| Can you summarize it before you go, please? | |
| It seems we have to, in any case... | |
| To be more realistic, of course! | |
| I will have some fish, I think. | |
| It might help you to relax a bit, I hope... | |
| And it's totally burnt now, gross! | |
| Can you leave me alone, please! | |
| Can you stop bothering me, please? | |
| Yes, can I have a glass of chardonnay, please? | |
| Can you start from the beginning, please? | |
| No, just a regular one, 4 or 5 pounds, I guess. | |
| Can you put it on the stove, please? | |
