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 | |
|---|---|
| Well done, very clever! | |
| Can I take your name and mobile number, please? | |
| Sounds nice, can you show us the room, please? | |
| That's okay, can we do it first thing, please? | |
| He looks a bit scared, because he can smell Bear, I think. | |
| Or can you clean this one, please? | |
| Yes, I don't like the aisle, thank you. | |
| Can you put it on the stove, please? | |
| It seems we have to, in any case... | |
| Can you stop reminding me about the 10-day situation, please!? | |
| Hello, I'd like to book a table for two for tonight, please. | |
| Can you leave me alone, please! | |
| Then I missed my appointment at 11:00, of course. | |
| You too, byee! | |
| I was sleeping before you woke me up, what's up? | |
| Sorry Cate! Nice to meet you. | |
| Stay on the line, please... | |
| Okay, thank you very much. | |
| Cate, I'm taking my bag with me, so no need to worry. | |
| We'll have a bottle of chardonnay and a bottle of sauvignon blanc, thanks Mike. | |
