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 | |
|---|---|
| Better late than never! | |
| Oh, you found some, thank you very much! | |
| I am fine, thank you. | |
| What about you, Mike? | |
| Oh come on! Can we just talk about something else, please! | |
| Well done, very clever! | |
| Then I missed my appointment at 11:00, of course. | |
| Thank you, have a nice day! | |
| Can you still check the stock room, please? | |
| Yes, somewhere comfortable, please. | |
| Can we have the menu, please? | |
| Can I have a look at it, please? | |
| Hello sir, table for two? | |
| Yeah, that's better I suppose, thanks. | |
| What's her name, by the way? | |
| Hi Laura, congratulations! | |
| ...It was nice to meet you, too, thanks! | |
| Umm... That's right, how did I forget that? How stupid I am... | |
| I've found 2 viewable houses, what about you? | |
| Can you leave me alone, please! | |
