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 | |
|---|---|
| ...Oh yes, I want to talk to my mum, I mean Mrs. Jones, please! | |
| That's okay, can we do it first thing, please? | |
| Good luck for tomorrow, see you. | |
| Can I have a look at it, please? | |
| Cate with a C not a K, can you check it again, please? | |
| Is there any chance of getting a table, please? | |
| We'll have the mussels, the calamari, some shrimp and the grilled fish, please. | |
| She couldn't stand seeing your ugly face anymore, I guess. | |
| Can you stop reminding me about the 10-day situation, please!? | |
| Yes, what about them? | |
| Really? Very interesting. | |
| We'll have a bottle of chardonnay and a bottle of sauvignon blanc, thanks Mike. | |
| Stay on the line, please... | |
| Hello Dick, nice to meet you. | |
| Yes, some prawn crackers and some spring rolls, please. | |
| You act like a child sometimes, I have to say! | |
| Hi Rocco, we're okay, thanks. | |
| Alright, see you Cate. | |
| ...It was nice to meet you, too, thanks! | |
| Can you stop bothering me, please? | |
