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 | |
|---|---|
| We'll have a bottle of chardonnay and a bottle of sauvignon blanc, thanks Mike. | |
| Can you pass me the cutting board and the knife, please? | |
| I see, what about a tenner then? | |
| Can you start from the beginning, please? | |
| Well, can you explain how you make that calculation, please? | |
| Is there any chance of getting a table, please? | |
| That's okay, can we do it first thing, please? | |
| Diego, can you tell me what she said last night, please? | |
| Yes, Cate speaking. | |
| Yeah, that's better I suppose, thanks. | |
| Yes, I don't like the aisle, thank you. | |
| Erm, kind of, but not exactly! | |
| Umm, I can't remember... You had something meaty, I guess. | |
| It might help you to relax a bit, I hope... | |
| Nice to meet you, Toby! | |
| I am okay, thanks. | |
| I've found 2 viewable houses, what about you? | |
| You're welcome! | |
| Can you stop reminding me about the 10-day situation, please!? | |
| I just had a bit of toast, what about you? | |
