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 I have a look at it, please? | |
| Is there any chance of getting a table, please? | |
| ...Oh yes, I want to talk to my mum, I mean Mrs. Jones, please! | |
| No, I'm okay, thanks. | |
| Okay, why not, if you want. | |
| Hello Jen, what's up? | |
| Really? It wasn't obvious, thanks for clarifying! | |
| I don't know what to say, really... | |
| Can you open the oven door for me, please? | |
| Can you clean the sink before I start washing, please? | |
| You act like a child sometimes, I have to say! | |
| Hi Rocco, we're okay, thanks. | |
| Nice to meet you, Toby! | |
| Hello, I'd like to book a table for two for tonight, please. | |
| I am fine, thank you. | |
| Hello, Joseph, nice to meet you. | |
| I'll have another glass of wine, please. | |
| Can we continue what we were doing please? | |
| Really? Very interesting. | |
| An entire house!? Way more than we pay now, for sure. | |
