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 I have one packet of cigarettes, please? | |
| Sure, no problem. | |
| Good night, see you later. | |
| Hello Diego, thanks for taking care of the bag. | |
| Umm, I can't remember... You had something meaty, I guess. | |
| I'll have a glass of white wine, too, please. | |
| Cate, I'm taking my bag with me, so no need to worry. | |
| You're welcome! | |
| Hello, Joseph, nice to meet you. | |
| She couldn't stand seeing your ugly face anymore, I guess. | |
| Can we see the kitchen first, please? | |
| Sorry Cate! Nice to meet you. | |
| That's okay, can we do it first thing, please? | |
| Maybe later, that's all for now, thank you! | |
| Then I missed my appointment at 11:00, of course. | |
| It seems we have to, in any case... | |
| Diego, can you tell me what she said last night, please? | |
| Oh, you found some, thank you very much! | |
| Okay, see you! | |
| Stay on the line, please... | |
