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, what about them? | |
| Okay, thank you very much. | |
| See you later, Nick. | |
| Is there any chance of getting a table, please? | |
| We'll have the mussels, the calamari, some shrimp and the grilled fish, please. | |
| Really? Thank you so much! | |
| Alright, if you say so! | |
| Alright, see you then. | |
| ...It was nice to meet you, too, thanks! | |
| No, I'm okay, thanks. | |
| Excuse me, but what about the complaining about Pogo part? | |
| Can you summarize it before you go, please? | |
| Can you still check the stock room, please? | |
| We have to preheat the oven, can you turn it on, please? | |
| I really have to go now, see you there, kisses... | |
| Can you peel some potatoes for me? Please?! | |
| And I need to change my clothes, of course. | |
| I need them finely chopped, please! | |
| Really? Very interesting. | |
| Oh, you found some, thank you very much! | |
