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 | |
|---|---|
| I'll have another glass of wine, please. | |
| That's okay for now, thank you. | |
| Oh, you found some, thank you very much! | |
| Yeah, I was wondering if his willy was sticking in or out, thanks! | |
| I just need your name and mobile number, please. | |
| Can we see the bathroom first, please? | |
| Yes, can I have a glass of chardonnay, please? | |
| I like Artificial Intelligence, what about you? | |
| Can I have the ad number for it, please? | |
| Can you get me 3 small beers, please? | |
| Okay, I'm waiting for you, see you then. | |
| Hello, I'd like to book a table for two for tonight, please. | |
| That's okay, can we do it first thing, please? | |
| Can I have a look at it, please? | |
| I'm able to do both at the same time, dear, no worries! | |
| Could you do me a favour and find us some, please? | |
| If you don't have anything better to do, of course. | |
| Could you chop some onions for me? Please?! | |
| Nice to meet you, Toby! | |
| I need them finely chopped, please! | |
