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 | |
|---|---|
| Yes, I don't like the aisle, thank you. | |
| That's okay, no problem. | |
| If you don't have anything better to do, of course. | |
| You act like a child sometimes, I have to say! | |
| I need them finely chopped, please! | |
| You're welcome! | |
| Hello, madam, unfortunately... | |
| What's her name, by the way? | |
| Can we have the menu, please? | |
| And turn the top and the bottom grills on, please. | |
| No, I don't need anything, thanks. | |
| Good night, see you later. | |
| ...It was nice to meet you, too, thanks! | |
| I see, what about a tenner then? | |
| Is there any chance of getting a table, please? | |
| Since they use my stuff we can *borrow* some of their bread, I think. | |
| Yeah, that's better I suppose, thanks. | |
| Well, can you explain how you make that calculation, please? | |
| Cate with a C not a K, can you check it again, please? | |
| Yes, Cate speaking. | |
