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 have the menu, please? | |
| Umm, my first choice would be Camden Lock, I guess. | |
| Could you chop some onions for me? Please?! | |
| That's perfect! I appreciate it, thank you so much! | |
| Can we continue what we were doing please? | |
| Can we see the kitchen first, please? | |
| Hello, madam, unfortunately... | |
| Can you peel some potatoes for me? Please?! | |
| We'll have a bottle of chardonnay and a bottle of sauvignon blanc, thanks Mike. | |
| Can we see the bathroom first, please? | |
| You're welcome! | |
| Okay, why not, if you want. | |
| That would be the worst, I guess. | |
| Yeah, that's better I suppose, thanks. | |
| Yes, can I have a glass of chardonnay, please? | |
| You too, byee! | |
| Can you stop reminding me about the 10-day situation, please!? | |
| I will have some fish, I think. | |
| Really? It wasn't obvious, thanks for clarifying! | |
| Dude, picking up sh*t requires another tenner, see ya! | |
