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 | |
|---|---|
| No, I'm okay, thanks. | |
| Yes, but can we cut them in cubes, please? | |
| Hello Jen, what's up? | |
| We'll have a bottle of chardonnay and a bottle of sauvignon blanc, thanks Mike. | |
| Can I have one packet of cigarettes, please? | |
| Better late than never! | |
| Yes, can I have a glass of chardonnay, please? | |
| And I need a ladle for the chicken stock, that's all, I suppose. | |
| Good night, see you later. | |
| Can you leave me alone, please! | |
| You too, byee! | |
| An entire house!? Way more than we pay now, for sure. | |
| Well done, very clever! | |
| Hello, madam, unfortunately... | |
| Could you chop some onions for me? Please?! | |
| I just need your name and mobile number, please. | |
| Can you pass me the cutting board and the knife, please? | |
| Can I take your name and mobile number, please? | |
| He looks a bit scared, because he can smell Bear, I think. | |
| I see, what about a tenner then? | |
