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 | |
|---|---|
| It might help you to relax a bit, I hope... | |
| Better late than never! | |
| Maybe, sorry about that. | |
| Congratulations, well spotted! | |
| Hi Rocco, we're okay, thanks. | |
| So a bottle would be better, please. | |
| Hello sir, table for two? | |
| Can we see the bathroom first, please? | |
| I'll have a glass of white wine, too, please. | |
| Or can you clean this one, please? | |
| I really have to go now, see you there, kisses... | |
| See you later, Nick. | |
| Okay, thank you very much. | |
| Can we have our drinks before the meal please? | |
| I am okay, thanks. | |
| I don't know what to say, really... | |
| Alright, see you Cate. | |
| Can you pass me the cutting board and the knife, please? | |
| I just had a bit of toast, what about you? | |
| More or less? | |
