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 you leave me alone, please! | |
| That would be the worst, I guess. | |
| Hm, yes, can I get £20 cashback, please? | |
| You act like a child sometimes, I have to say! | |
| I guess the bottle is clean, but can you wash the glass, please? | |
| We have to preheat the oven, can you turn it on, please? | |
| We'll have the mussels, the calamari, some shrimp and the grilled fish, please. | |
| Can you give me some information about the other tenants, please? | |
| I just had a bit of toast, what about you? | |
| I don't know, maybe, I suppose so. | |
| Can we continue what we were doing please? | |
| Hello sir, table for two? | |
| I don't know what to say, really... | |
| Can you make it bigger, please? | |
| Thank you, have a nice day! | |
| That would be nice, thank you. | |
| Okay, thank you very much. | |
| Then I missed my appointment at 11:00, of course. | |
| You're welcome! | |
| Really? It wasn't obvious, thanks for clarifying! | |
