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 | |
|---|---|
| Yeah, that's better I suppose, thanks. | |
| Cate with a C not a K, can you check it again, please? | |
| Can you peel some potatoes for me? Please?! | |
| Well, can you explain how you make that calculation, please? | |
| Okay, see you! | |
| Hm, yes, can I get £20 cashback, please? | |
| Oh, hang on, what about the room upstairs, in your house? | |
| We'll have a bottle of chardonnay and a bottle of sauvignon blanc, thanks Mike. | |
| Could you do me a favour and find us some, please? | |
| And turn the top and the bottom grills on, please. | |
| Can you pass me the cutting board and the knife, please? | |
| Umm, I can't remember... You had something meaty, I guess. | |
| I don't know what to say, really... | |
| Yes, some prawn crackers and some spring rolls, please. | |
| Sorry Cate! Nice to meet you. | |
| Hello sir, table for two? | |
| Is there any chance of getting a table, please? | |
| You act like a child sometimes, I have to say! | |
| No, I'm okay, thanks. | |
| That's okay for now, thank you. | |
