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 one packet of cigarettes, please? | |
| Excuse me, but what about the complaining about Pogo part? | |
| I see, what about a tenner then? | |
| Hello Diego, thanks for taking care of the bag. | |
| Yes, somewhere comfortable, please. | |
| No, just a regular one, 4 or 5 pounds, I guess. | |
| Can you summarize it before you go, please? | |
| Hello, madam, unfortunately... | |
| What about you, Mike? | |
| To be more realistic, of course! | |
| Yes, can I have a glass of chardonnay, please? | |
| Can we see the bathroom first, please? | |
| Oh, you found some, thank you very much! | |
| Good luck for tomorrow, see you. | |
| I will have some fish, I think. | |
| Hello, Joseph, nice to meet you. | |
| Okay, I'm waiting for you, see you then. | |
| That's okay for now, thank you. | |
| That would be the worst, I guess. | |
| Can we have our drinks before the meal please? | |
