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 | |
|---|---|
| Can you pass me the wine from the fridge, please? | |
| I guess the bottle is clean, but can you wash the glass, please? | |
| Oh come on! Can we just talk about something else, please! | |
| What's her name, by the way? | |
| You act like a child sometimes, I have to say! | |
| Dude, picking up sh*t requires another tenner, see ya! | |
| I'm Cate, nice to meet you, Mike. | |
| Can you put it on the stove, please? | |
| Good luck for tomorrow, see you. | |
| Can you look after it carefully, please? | |
| Is there any chance of getting a table, please? | |
| Really? Very interesting. | |
| Can I have a look at it, please? | |
| Really? Thank you so much! | |
| I am okay, thanks. | |
| What's up guys, how is it going? | |
| No, I'm okay, thanks. | |
| Hello Dick, nice to meet you. | |
| You're welcome! | |
| Hello, can we order our meals, please? | |
