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 we have the menu, please? | |
| Excuse me, but what about the complaining about Pogo part? | |
| What about you, Mike? | |
| I will have some fish, I think. | |
| That would be nice, see you tomorrow then. | |
| Hello sir, table for two? | |
| Diego! You little b*stard. | |
| You act like a child sometimes, I have to say! | |
| I don't know what to say, really... | |
| Can you leave me alone, please! | |
| That's okay, no problem. | |
| Is there any chance of getting a table, please? | |
| Oh, you mean Mike, I guess. | |
| Can you peel some potatoes for me? Please?! | |
| We'll have the mussels, the calamari, some shrimp and the grilled fish, please. | |
| Okay, why not, if you want. | |
| Maybe later, that's all for now, thank you! | |
| I was sleeping before you woke me up, what's up? | |
| What's up guys, how is it going? | |
| Can you summarize it before you go, please? | |
