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 | |
|---|---|
| Yes, Cate speaking. | |
| And it's totally burnt now, gross! | |
| We'll have the mussels, the calamari, some shrimp and the grilled fish, please. | |
| Umm, my first choice would be Camden Lock, I guess. | |
| He is made of wood, I believe. | |
| Yes, some prawn crackers and some spring rolls, please. | |
| Can I have the ad number for it, please? | |
| Could you do me a favour and find us some, please? | |
| What's her name, by the way? | |
| She couldn't stand seeing your ugly face anymore, I guess. | |
| I'm able to do both at the same time, dear, no worries! | |
| Hello, madam, unfortunately... | |
| I don't know what to say, really... | |
| What about you, Mike? | |
| ...It was nice to meet you, too, thanks! | |
| I'll have 20, please. | |
| That's okay, no problem. | |
| Hello, I'd like to book a table for two for tonight, please. | |
| Really? Very interesting. | |
| I will have some fish, I think. | |
