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 | |
|---|---|
| No, I'm okay, thanks. | |
| I'll have a glass of white wine, too, please. | |
| Hello, Joseph, nice to meet you. | |
| Hi Laura, congratulations! | |
| Maybe, sorry about that. | |
| Or can you clean this one, please? | |
| Umm, I can't remember... You had something meaty, I guess. | |
| Okay, see you! | |
| Oh, you mean Mike, I guess. | |
| Finally, you've got your precious rice, congratulations! | |
| I'll have another glass of wine, please. | |
| Can you start from the beginning, please? | |
| Alright, see you Cate. | |
| Sure, no problem. | |
| Can you stop reminding me about the 10-day situation, please!? | |
| Can we have our drinks before the meal please? | |
| That's perfect! I appreciate it, thank you so much! | |
| Alright, see you soon. | |
| Is there any chance of getting a table, please? | |
| Dear, can you let him finish, please!? | |
