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 | |
|---|---|
| Could you do me a favour and find us some, please? | |
| ...Oh yes, I want to talk to my mum, I mean Mrs. Jones, please! | |
| Sorry Cate! Nice to meet you. | |
| I don't know what to say, really... | |
| Okay, why not, if you want. | |
| We'll have the mussels, the calamari, some shrimp and the grilled fish, please. | |
| What's her name, by the way? | |
| Cate with a C not a K, can you check it again, please? | |
| I don't know, maybe, I suppose so. | |
| Alright! See you, bye. | |
| Hello sir, table for two? | |
| Yes, can I have a glass of chardonnay, please? | |
| Can you look after it carefully, please? | |
| Thank you, have a nice day! | |
| Okay Toby, my loudmouth friend, sorry to say... | |
| Can you start from the beginning, please? | |
| Nice to meet you, Toby! | |
| Is there any chance of getting a table, please? | |
| Really? Thank you so much! | |
| Sure, no problem. | |
