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 see the kitchen first, please? | |
| Yes, somewhere comfortable, please. | |
| I will have some fish, I think. | |
| And I need a ladle for the chicken stock, that's all, I suppose. | |
| That would be the worst, I guess. | |
| Really? Very interesting. | |
| You're welcome! | |
| So a bottle would be better, please. | |
| Hello, can we order our meals, please? | |
| You are being very generous dear, thanks, what about this... | |
| Can we have our drinks before the meal please? | |
| We'll have a bottle of chardonnay and a bottle of sauvignon blanc, thanks Mike. | |
| I've found 2 viewable houses, what about you? | |
| I just need your name and mobile number, please. | |
| Can you clean the sink before I start washing, please? | |
| Erm, kind of, but not exactly! | |
| Hi Laura, congratulations! | |
| Can you still check the stock room, please? | |
| Can you pass me the cutting board and the knife, please? | |
| Yes, some prawn crackers and some spring rolls, please. | |
